Italian PM Giorgia Meloni makes Big Statement Israel-Palestine crisis, says Italy will recognise Palestine if…, extends support to…
Italy is considered a supporter of Israel. It also has strong ties with the United States, which is already opposing the recognition of Palestine.
Rome: In a stern statement, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said that Italy will recognize a Palestinian state only after all Israeli hostages are released and the Hamas terrorist group is excluded from any governmental role. While speaking to the reporters, Meloni said, “I am not against recognizing Palestine, but we must keep our priorities straight.” She announced that her government will present a proposal on this issue in parliament.
Extending her full support for Israel, Meloni also said that international pressure should be directed at Hamas, not Israel. Meloni made these statements while speaking at the United Nations General Assembly in New York. She also accused the group of starting the war and obstructing its end by refusing to release the hostages. Italy is considered a supporter of Israel. It also has strong ties with the United States, which is already opposing the recognition of Palestine.
Is Giorgia Meloni Pro-Israel?
Italy is Israel’s strongest allies within the European Union. Giorgia Meloni is leading a right-wing government in Italy. This month, Italy has refused to follow other G7 countries like the UK, Canada, and France in recognizing the Palestinian state.
France Recognizes Palestine
President Emmanuel Macron announced on Monday that France is officially recognizing the State of Palestine. The move was made during a United Nations conference co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia, aimed at boosting support for a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict at a new level.
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