The words ‘Italy ungovernable’ appear in large black letters on the front of one of the country's bigger newspapers. The headline pretty much sums up the mood in the aftermath of this inconclusive election. Centre-left leader Pier Luigi Bersani says Italy is in a ‘dramatic situation’ after election results that leave the country in political stalemate. Stock markets and the euro have fallen amid concerns the deadlock could re-ignite the eurozone debt crisis. But Mr Bersani, whose coalition won most seats in parliament, did not identify a preferred partner in government. He said all political parties should take responsibility for the country. Centre-right leader Silvio Berlusconi said earlier that fresh elections should be avoided, and called for a period of reflection. Other European countries have urged Italian politicians to create a stable government as soon as possible - with France and Germany urging continued reform and Spain describing the result as a ‘jump to nowhere’.

Pray: for a speedy resolution to this political deadlock. (Mal.2:2)

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