Former Italian prime minister Silvio Berlusconi on Saturday gave his first public address since being hospitalised a month ago. Delivering a video message to his Forza Italia party members, Berlusconi said he was ready to get back to work.

Italy ex-PM Silvio Berlusconi says he is ready to get back at work after serious illness

Former Italian prime minister Silvio Berlusconi is currently engaged in a health battle, having been diagnosed with persistent leukaemia. He is admitted to Milan’s San Raffaele Hospital and updates have been gnarly in the last few days.

From serving as PM thrice to hosting 'bunga-bunga' parties - the controversial life of Silvio Berlusconi

Former Italian Prime Minister Silvio Berlusconi has been admitted to the intensive care at Milan's San Raffaele hospital for heart problems. The 86-year-old media tycoon has made several trips to the hospital in recent years due to repeated bouts of ill health.

Former Italian PM Silvio Berlusconi in intensive care due to heart issues: Reports