Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced that Italy will not participate in a military intervention against Iran led by the United States and Israel. Speaking in the Italian Senate, Meloni emphasized diplomacy and international law in resolving the crisis, while also stating that Iran acquiring nuclear weapons would be an unacceptable security risk for Italy and Europe.
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni made the remarks while addressing rising tensions in the Middle East, confirming that Italy will not take part in any military operation against Iran carried out by the United States and Israel.
Speaking in the Italian Senate ahead of the European Union summit, Meloni rejected criticism of her government’s approach to the regional crisis, stressing that Rome continues to pursue diplomacy and stability.
“The claims that the government is aligning itself with the decisions of others or that Italy is isolated in Europe are not accurate. The efforts carried out during this sensitive geopolitical period are being overlooked,” Meloni said.
“Unilateral interventions are increasing”
Meloni pointed to rising tensions within the international system, stating that unilateral military interventions conducted outside international law are becoming increasingly common.
She added that the intervention by the United States and Israel against the Iranian regime should also be evaluated within this context.
At the same time, Meloni stressed that Iran obtaining nuclear weapons would be unacceptable.
“We cannot accept the possibility that the Ayatollah regime could acquire nuclear weapons and, within a short period of time, develop missile capabilities that could directly target Italy and Europe,” she said.
Call for diplomacy
Meloni noted that Italy is acting in coordination with its European allies and continues diplomatic initiatives aimed at reducing tensions in the region.
She added that the possibility of returning to diplomacy is being considered, but this will not be possible as long as Iran continues its attacks.
Parliament would decide on U.S. bases
Meloni also addressed the issue of U.S. military bases in Italy, stating that they operate under existing agreements.
She said that if a new request were to be made, the final decision would be taken by the Italian Parliament.
“Until now, we have not received any new request from the United States,” Meloni said, adding that if such a request arises, the government would bring the matter before parliament.