Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has called a meeting with Arab ambassadors to discuss the recent Iranian attack, and he will also be meeting with U.S. Secretary of State Blinken next Wednesday. The situation in the Middle East will be the main focus of discussion at the upcoming G7 meeting of Foreign Ministers in Capri. Tajani emphasized the importance of continuing to work towards peace and achieving de-escalation amidst the current crisis. He reassured that there are no immediate dangers for Italian citizens, and the country’s crisis unit is at 24-hour operational readiness.
Tajani urged for caution and emphasized that extremist calls to remove Israel from the map cannot be entertained. While Italy condemns the Iranian military attack, Tajani stressed the need to focus on positive objectives, including reaching a ceasefire agreement in Gaza. From a military perspective, the Iranian attack did not achieve its intended objectives, with most of the drones and missiles being intercepted. There were some missiles that reached an Israeli airbase in the desert, causing minimal damage. Tajani reported that there have been no Israeli casualties, although a young girl is in critical condition, highlighting the seriousness of the situation.
The Italian Foreign Minister expressed relief that Iran has announced the end of its retaliatory actions following an Israeli attack on the Iranian consulate in Syria. Tajani emphasized the necessity for all parties to exercise common sense and called for prudence in handling the situation. He emphasized that a cautious approach will be taken by the G7 in addressing the ongoing crisis. The focus is on de-escalation and working towards peaceful resolutions to avoid further escalation of tensions in the region.
Tajani’s comments were made in Verona during his visit to the Vinitaly event, where he confirmed the operational readiness of Italy’s crisis unit to address any potential emergencies. He underscored the importance of persistence in working towards peace as the primary objective amidst the challenging circumstances. Tajani reiterated the Italian government’s condemnation of the Iranian attack while highlighting the need for a forward-looking approach to achieve positive outcomes, particularly in the Gaza Strip. The situation remains tense, but efforts are being made to secure a ceasefire and prevent further violence in the region.
The Foreign Minister emphasized the necessity for a cautious and strategic approach to managing the crisis, calling for prudence and sensible decisions from all parties involved. He pointed out the significance of diplomacy and international cooperation in resolving the conflict and preventing further hostilities. Tajani stressed the importance of de-escalation efforts and maintained that achieving peace remains the top priority for Italy and the international community. The upcoming G7 meeting will play a crucial role in addressing the situation in the Middle East and working towards long-term stability and peace in the region.
