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War in Ukraine
Italy’s Comprehensive ‘Responsibility to Defend’ Ukraine Strategy
Although many Italians are reluctant to supply Ukraine with weapons, the Meloni government has been a steadfast supporter militarily. Economically, helping Ukraine rebuild has universal backing.
May 31, 2023
Zelensky
Zelensky in Rome – the Takeaways
Zelensky thanked Italy’s new prime minister for her staunch support, met a pontiff seen by Ukrainians as pandering to Moscow, and spoke his piece about peace to TV viewers.
May 15, 2023
Germany
Zelensky Meets Pope as Germany Unveils More Arms for Ukraine
The new package, which will include 30 additional Leopard-1 tanks, Marder armoured vehicles, air-defence systems and surveillance drones, is reportedly Berlin’s largest since Russia’s invasion.
May 13, 2023
Ukraine
President Zelensky Arrives in Rome, Will Meet With Pope
It was not clear how long President Zelensky would be in Rome, and there speculation he is also planning a trip to Germany this weekend.
May 13, 2023
Zelensky
Ukraine's Zelensky Due in Rome Saturday
A spokesman for the Italian President confirmed to AFP he would meet Zelensky on Saturday. A Vatican source told AFP earlier that a meeting between Zelensky and Pope Francis was also "possible".
May 12, 2023
War in Ukraine
Italy and Ukraine Together in Rome to Make Appeal to Italian Companies for Post-War Reconstruction
Government and business leaders from the two countries met in the Italian capital to discuss the rebuilding of Ukraine’s infrastructure and industries.
April 28, 2023
War in Ukraine
What's So Special About Italy's Modified M109L Howitzers Now in Ukraine?
Ukraine has reportedly received at least 30 units of artillery weapons from Italy, which has made it a policy not to divulge specifics about the amount of military aid it sends.
April 28, 2023
War in Ukraine
Italy to Present its Vision of Ukraine's Recovery on April 26
Italy will present a plan for the reconstruction of Ukraine involving its best companies.
April 12, 2023
War in Ukraine
Italy Has the Fighter Jets Ukraine Will Need
The Tornado could be called the symbol of the revival of Western Europe’s aircraft-making industry. Italy has reportedly been talking about giving some to Ukraine.
March 1, 2023
Ukraine
Italy's Prime Minister Arrives in Kyiv
Giorgia Meloni becomes the latest western leader to visit Ukraine's capital, just one day after US President Joe Biden's surprise trip on Monday.
Feb. 21, 2023
War in Ukraine
EXPLAINED: Why Silvio Berlusconi’s Latest Ukraine Comments are Causing a Massive Scandal
The controversial former Italian prime minister has once again sided with the Kremlin and suggested Ukraine should just give up in in its fight to stop Russia’s invasion.
Feb. 13, 2023
Italy
Italian Minister of Enterprise Visits Kyiv to Discuss Reconstruction
The visit was to showcase Italy’s contribution and commitment to Ukraine’s economic recovery.
Jan. 12, 2023
War in Ukraine
Italian Military Expert on Ukraine’s Key Ingredient for Success Against Russia
The quality of people, far more than the quantity of weapons, is making the real difference for the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Jan. 3, 2023
Russia
Authentic Histories: Francesco Locatelli and His “Letters from Muscovy”
Let me start with a few quotes from “Letters from Muscovy,” a little-known book by a little-known author, which… - Oct. 30, 2022. By Yuriy Shapoval
Oct. 30, 2022
War in Ukraine
Ukrainian Grit on Show in Venice Documentary
For director Evgeny Afineevsky, there was no time to waste in showing the world how ordinary Ukrainians are… - Sep. 08, 2022. By AFP
Sept. 8, 2022