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Tajani signs on behalf of Italy a statement called for an end to Israel's war in Gaza.

Italy joins global call to end war in Gaza

July 21, 2025July 21, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Italy has joined 24 other countries in signing a joint statement demanding an immediate end to Israel’s war in Gaza. They cited the escalating humanitarian crisis and the urgent need for a ceasefire.

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Albanese faces US sanctions over Gaza remarks

July 12, 2025July 12, 2025Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Francesca Albanese, the United Nations Special Rapporteur for the Occupied Palestinian Territories, has condemned US sanctions against her as an attack on human rights and international accountability. The Italian-born legal expert responded to the Trump administration’s decision by stating: “The powerful punishing those who speak for the powerless is not a sign of strength, but […]

Antonio Tajani, Italian deputy PM says the African migrants problem has exploded. He also says government not seing arms to Israel

No more arms to Israel says Tajani

January 21, 2024January 21, 2024Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Deputy Premier and Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said Saturday that the government had already decided not to export arms to Israel after the outbreak of the war in Gaza.

Italy abstains in UN vote on Gaza truce. Image from wikimedia under creative commons license

Italy abstains in UN General Assembly vote on Gaza truce

October 28, 2023October 28, 2023Deborah CaterLeave a Comment

Premier Giorgia Meloni stood firm on Saturday, defending the government’s choice to abstain in a United Nations General Assembly vote concerning a resolution for a truce in Gaza. She described it as “the most balanced position” and emphasised that it aligns with the stance of most EU, European, and G7 nations.