David Maria Sassoli, European Parliament President Dies
David Maria Sassoli was a politician and journalist from Italy. From July 2019 to 11 January 2022, he served as President of the European Parliament
Italy, Rome (PNB NEWS). European Parliament President David Sassoli passed away on Tuesday in a hospital in Italy, his spokesman said.
Sassoli was characterized as "a genuine and honest and ardent European" by EU Council President Charles Michel.
We will greatly miss his warmth, generosity, friendliness, and smile.
Roberto Cuillo, a spokesperson for the organization, did not provide any additional information in a tweet. Sassoli, a 65-year-old socialist, has been in the hospital since December 2018.
Cuillo stated Sassoli died at the age of 65 due to abnormal immune system functioning in a statement released the day before hi...