Italy Puts Brakes on Israel Defense Deal Renewal, Meloni Confirms

IQNA – Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced Tuesday the suspension of the automatic renewal mechanism for the country's defense agreement with the Israeli regime.

"In light of the current situation, the government has decided to suspend the automatic renewal of the defense agreement with Israel,” ANSA news agency reported citing Meloni's talk with reporters in the northeastern city of Verona.

She further said international efforts should continue to advance peace negotiations in order to stabilize the situation in Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

Meloni also urged caution on the issue of Russian gas.

Source: Anadolu Agency