Meloni Questions the Effectiveness of Ukraine Summits
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Questions are increasingly being raised in Italy about the effectiveness of regular European summits on Ukraine. According to media reports, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's inner circle believes these meetings are becoming more of a platform for political positioning than for producing practical results.
According to the Italian newspaper Repubblica, officials close to the prime minister are questioning whether the frequent gatherings of European leaders are genuinely contributing to support for Ukraine. They argue that French President Emmanuel Macron's active diplomacy may be aimed not only at coordinating assistance for Kyiv but also at strengthening his own political standing.
The debate intensified after Meloni declined to attend the latest meeting of the "Coalition of the Willing" in Paris, where continued support for Ukraine and plans for military exercises in countries bordering Ukraine were among the main topics.
The Italian prime minister explained her absence by citing an exceptionally busy schedule, noting that she had already participated in six international events over the previous three and a half weeks.
Analysts say the differing positions of Paris and Rome largely reflect their domestic political priorities. While France continues to focus on international initiatives, the Italian government is placing greater emphasis on domestic security, cabinet work and preparations for the 2027 parliamentary elections.
Observers note that these differences highlight broader debates within Europe over approaches to supporting Ukraine and shaping the bloc's common foreign policy.
The debate intensified after Meloni declined to attend the latest meeting of the "Coalition of the Willing" in Paris, where continued support for Ukraine and plans for military exercises in countries bordering Ukraine were among the main topics.
The Italian prime minister explained her absence by citing an exceptionally busy schedule, noting that she had already participated in six international events over the previous three and a half weeks.
Analysts say the differing positions of Paris and Rome largely reflect their domestic political priorities. While France continues to focus on international initiatives, the Italian government is placing greater emphasis on domestic security, cabinet work and preparations for the 2027 parliamentary elections.
Observers note that these differences highlight broader debates within Europe over approaches to supporting Ukraine and shaping the bloc's common foreign policy.
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