Dream Bridge to Sicily: A 2,000-Year-Old Promise Under Fire

For over two millennia, the dream of constructing a bridge over the strait of Messina has persisted in Italy, yet the reality remains elusive. The initial vision dates back to the Romans, who famously created a bridge of boats and barrels in 251 BC for military purposes. This ambition was later embraced by Benito Mussolini and revived by politicians like Silvio Berlusconi and, more recently, Matteo Salvini.

Salvini, Italy’s current infrastructure minister, argues that the cost of ferry crossings exceeds what it would take to construct the bridge. However, local protests and expert claims question the feasibility of this long-cherished project. The question remains: why do officials continue to pursue a dream that many deem impractical?

As reported by The Guardian, the enduring ambition raises concerns over government accountability and the prioritization of resources. With pressing local needs, citizens are left wondering why a bridge remains at the forefront of political agendas while their daily struggles go unaddressed.

Source: The Guardian