Italian leaders congratulated French President Emmanuel Macron shortly after forecasts indicated he had won a second term in office and his far-right rival conceded. Italian Prime Minister Mario Draghi described the win as “wonderful news for the whole of Europe.” “Italy and France, side by side with all other partners, are committed to building a stronger, more compact and fairer European Union, able to take the lead in tackling the great challenges of our time, starting with the Ukraine war,” Draghi said. Others from centre-left Italian parties also sent messages of support. “An overwhelming…