Italy Upholds 2025 Citizenship Law
State's counsel claims missing deadline descendants have 'fictitious link'.
Foreign ministry cites 5 million citizens abroad and 2024 emigration.
Claimants face 300 euro costs and 10-year consular waits.
Lawyers call ruling a setback, with Caruso warning descendants are 'cut loose'.
Lawyers urge referral to Luxembourg; Mellone plans Cassation hearing on April 14.
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