Coalition talks between Italy’s Five Star Movement and the Democratic Party accelerated on Monday, with the two groups nearing an agreement that would have Giuseppe Conte remain prime minister of a new ruling alliance. Deputy Premier Luigi Di Maio of Five Star and Nicola Zingaretti of the Democrats, who met at Di Maio’s office in Rome, still need to clarify cabinet details, including what role the Five Star leader will hold, according to three officials familiar with the discussion who asked not to be identified because the proceedings are private. The progress fuels optimism that the two groups can reach a deal that ... (full story)