The incident is unacceptable. Giorgia Meloni announces the formal protest of the government against Tel Aviv, after Israeli fire hit three Unifil positions in Lebanon. The Prime Minister speaks on the phone with General Messina, commander of the western sector of the UN mission in the country, for an update on the situation of the contingent, and in a long note expresses strong support for our military. She emphasizes the importance of UNIFIL for stabilizing the area and reiterates the government’s commitment to ending hostilities in the Middle East. Giorgia Meloni is also keeping an eye on the Ukrainian scenario. At Villa Pamphili, the government’s representation headquarters, the Prime Minister receives Zelensky and confirms support for Kiev, even from a military point of view, in order to create the best conditions for peace. President Zelensky knows that Italy has been by Ukraine’s side from the very beginning and will continue to do so as long as needed.
Zelensky expresses gratitude for the support and outlines his plan for victory to Meloni. The Prime Minister emphasizes that working towards a future of peace is also in Italy’s national interest, and announces that Rome will host a conference on reconstruction on July 10th and 11th next year. The meeting aims to bring together international partners to discuss plans and strategies for the reconstruction of regions affected by conflict or disaster. This initiative demonstrates Italy’s commitment to promoting stability and peace in regions facing challenges.
In response to the events in Lebanon, Italy strongly condemns the attack on UNIFIL positions and demands assurances from Tel Aviv of non-repetition. The Prime Minister underscores the vital role played by UNIFIL in maintaining peace and security in the region and reiterates the government’s determination to support the mission’s efforts. Meloni’s engagement with General Messina and her proactive stance reflect Italy’s commitment to upholding international law and promoting stability in conflict-affected areas.
The support provided to Ukraine by Italy underscores the government’s commitment to standing alongside allies in times of crisis. By hosting the conference on reconstruction, Rome demonstrates its willingness to contribute to efforts to rebuild areas devastated by conflict or disaster. The Prime Minister’s meeting with Zelensky and subsequent discussions on supporting Kiev’s efforts for peace highlight Italy’s role as a partner in promoting stability and security in regions facing challenges.
Overall, Italy under Giorgia Meloni’s leadership is actively engaged in promoting peace and stability in conflict-affected regions. Through its support for UNIFIL in Lebanon and Ukraine, the government demonstrates a commitment to upholding international law and supporting missions that contribute to peace and security. By hosting the conference on reconstruction, Italy further shows its willingness to play a constructive role in rebuilding regions affected by conflict or disaster. Meloni’s proactive engagement with international partners underscores Italy’s commitment to promoting peace and stability at home and abroad.
