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Italy reiterates support for initiatives to ensure ceasefire in Ukraine

Italy reaffirmed its support for efforts toward a ceasefire in Ukraine, with Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani emphasizing the need for a permanent peace. He also called for a thorough review of the EU's proposed €40 billion military aid package for Ukraine, considering ongoing developments in international relations.

Anadolu Agency WORLD
Published March 18,2025
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Italy on Monday reiterated its support for initiatives to ensure a ceasefire in Ukraine.

Italy wants peace and supports initiatives for a ceasefire and reaching a permanent peace in Ukraine, Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani said at a meeting of the European Union's Foreign Affairs Council in Brussels.

In reference to a proposal by EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas to mobilize €40 billion ($43.6 billion) in military aid for Ukraine, Tajani said it should be examined in depth, also by taking into consideration the course of developments in relations.