Berlusconi was a fighter, history will judge - Metsola

(ANSA) - ROME, JUN 13 - European Parliament President Roberta Metsola described Silvio Berlusconi as a "fighter" during a commemoration for the Italian ex-premier, who died aged 86 on Monday, during the parliament's plenary session in Strasbourg on Tuesday.
    "Silvio Berlusconi was a fighter who founded and led the centre right in Italy, a political lead player for generations, and he contributed to key passages in the history of Europe and Italy," Metsola said.
    "Never too far from controversy, even in this house, but everyone here remembers him for his generosity, his courage, his charisma.
    "History will discuss his impact, but the man made his mark".
    Metsola was the first person to sign a book of condolences for Berlusconi set up at the entrance to the chamber. (ANSA).