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flag Rome’s accessibility flaws threaten the 2026 Paralympics despite promises of progress.

flag Italy is under scrutiny ahead of the 2026 Paralympic Games over persistent accessibility issues, especially in Rome, where uneven cobblestones, inadequate ramps, and inaccessible public transit hinder mobility for wheelchair users. flag While Milan has made significant progress with over 80% of metro stations now accessible, Rome’s historic infrastructure remains a barrier, despite claims of 80% road compliance and expanded adapted taxis. flag Activist Alessandro Bardini, a paraplegic since 1998, criticized the lack of meaningful change, calling the situation an “insult” and warning that improvements may not endure after the global spotlight shifts away.

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