Meloni calls for strengthening NATO and preserving Europe's unity with the US across the Atlantic
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The Italian Prime Minister emphasized the importance of transatlantic unity amid the war in Iran. She called for a review of the EU's security strategy due to Trump.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated that Europe and the United States "must work to maintain unity on both sides of the Atlantic and strengthen NATO," UNN reports, citing NYT.
Details
Meloni stated in the Roman parliament that there is now a "fragile prospect of peace" in the Iranian war, "which must be pursued with determination." Echoing other European leaders, she called for a "cessation of military operations in Lebanon," and also listed a number of other Italian goals for the end of the war.
She also stated that Europe needs to re-evaluate its foreign policy and security strategy, as the Trump administration directs American resources to other areas. However, she added that Europe and the United States "must work to maintain unity on both sides of the Atlantic and strengthen NATO." President Trump criticized NATO allied countries during the Iranian war.
Recall
On the night of April 8, US President Donald Trump announced a two-week suspension of attacks on Iran.
Iran and Israel, following the US, agreed to a two-week ceasefire.