Rome - Ekhbary News Agency
Pressure is mounting on Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni as the opposition demands a comprehensive review of all agreements with Israel. This call follows the Italian government's decision to suspend the automatic renewal of a defense cooperation agreement with Tel Aviv, a move reflecting Rome's growing concern over the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.
Despite Meloni's right-wing government being one of Israel's closest allies in Europe, it has voiced sharp criticism regarding recent Israeli attacks on Lebanon. These assaults have reportedly impacted Italian soldiers deployed there under a United Nations mandate, prompting domestic reactions and encouraging Rome to re-evaluate certain aspects of its foreign policy.
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The suspension of the defense agreement, coupled with the opposition's demands, hints at a potential shift in Italy's stance on the Israeli-Palestinian issue, especially as regional conditions deteriorate and international calls for de-escalation intensify.
