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Meloni on the US: It is Necessary to Leverage What Unites Us

Published February 14, 2026, 17:12
Meloni on the US: It is Necessary to Leverage What Unites Us

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed her support for strengthening cooperation with the US, disagreeing with the criticism of German Chancellor Friedrich Merz regarding Donald Trump's policies. Meloni stressed the need to leverage common interests between Europe and the US, as well as strengthening European security. She also announced Italy's participation as an observer in the 'Peace Council for Gaza'. Meloni emphasized that Europe must become a stronger geopolitical player.