Defence Minister Guido Crosetto issued an urgent protest to Israel yesterday and called on the United Nations to intervene after an Italian military vehicle was struck by Israeli warning shots in southern Lebanon. Foreign Minister Tajani summoned the Israeli ambassador to Rome.
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Defence Minister Guido Crosetto said Italy intends to keep a military presence in Lebanon even if UNIFIL leaves next year. Speaking on Tuesday, Crosetto said it would be “surreal” for the UN force to withdraw at a time of severe regional crisis.
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Italy formally lodged a complaint with Israel after attacks on the UNIFIL headquarters in Lebanon and two Italian bases. Defence Minister Guido Crosetto summoned the Israeli ambassador in response.
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Italian journalists have recently come under increasing threat in conflict zones, with incidents in both Russia and Lebanon highlighting the growing dangers faced by reporters covering global conflicts.
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