Italy Reaffirms Unwavering Ukraine Support Amid Coalition Debates

The Italian government, represented by the press service of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, reiterated that Rome’s stance toward Ukraine remains unmistakably supportive in the face of Russia’s ongoing military operation. The clarification followed recent political commentary within Italy’s governing coalition, where Silvio Berlusconi, a longtime political figure and former prime minister, voiced positions that sparked discussion about the country’s policy toward Kyiv. The government’s spokesperson underscored that Italy’s backing for Ukraine is both clear and credible, a point reinforced by the voting records of the parliamentary majority that has consistently supported the executive branch in confidence votes and related matters. The statement, attributed to Meloni’s office, came after a period in which coalition dynamics and personal remarks from senior coalition partners were scrutinized in the press and among observers, with the government seeking to emphasize unity on Ukraine policy. (ANSA)