THE GATEWAY HISPANIC | Published March 6, 2025
Giorgia Meloni, Italy’s firm and resolute prime minister, has shaken the European negotiating tables with her categorical refusal to send Italian troops to Ukraine, exposing the interventionist obsessions of the European left, embodied by France and the United Kingdom.
Meloni made it clear in London, during a summit on Ukraine, that Italy prioritizes diplomacy over unbridled militarism.
Meloni’s decision is not a whim, but a strategic stance reflecting Italy’s caution toward a conflict that could escalate and further destabilize Europe.
In a meeting with European leaders, including British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron, Meloni emphasized that sending soldiers to Ukraine is “difficult to implement and hardly effective.”
Her direct rejection of Paris and London’s proposals, spoken in private but quickly leaked, has been a straight punch to the ambitions of a “coalition of the willing” that the European left is fervently pushing.
This move comes in a tense context. Starmer announced in London a plan to lead a peacekeeping force in Ukraine, backed by Macron, who insists on deploying European troops as part of a peace deal.
However, Meloni, aligned with a conservative and pragmatic vision, warned that dividing the West would be “fatal for everyone,” including Ukraine, advocating for Western unity but refusing to yield to military adventures.
Meloni’s stance contrasts with the warlike urgency of the European left, which seems obsessed with flexing military muscles while ignoring the risks to its citizens.
France, under Macron, has repeatedly pushed for greater military involvement, even suggesting in February that Europe must prepare for the worst.
The United Kingdom, meanwhile, announced a £2.26 billion loan and the possibility of sending soldiers, showing a willingness that Meloni considers irresponsible.
Italy’s refusal is not an isolated act. Meloni has been consistent in her support for Ukraine, but always under the premise of defense, not offense.
In November 2024, during the G20 summit in Rio, she defended Italy’s stance of limiting the use of supplied weapons to Ukraine within its territory, thus avoiding unnecessary escalations with Russia.
This conservative approach clashes with the ambitions of Macron and Starmer, who seem more interested in political grandstanding than protecting Europe.
The European left criticizes Meloni, accusing her of being weak or isolationist, but their arguments lack substance. In reality, her decision reflects Italians’ fatigue with distant conflicts and the priority of strengthening the national economy, battered by years of failed progressive policies.
NATO and Europe face pressures to increase military spending, but Italy, under Meloni, prefers to invest in air defense and logistical support, not in risking lives in an endless war.
This rejection also resonates in the transatlantic debate. While European leaders like Starmer push for greater military autonomy for Europe, Meloni stresses the need for coordination with the United States, avoiding reliance solely on the leftist ambitions of Paris and London.
At the London summit, Meloni proposed a meeting with European and US leaders to strengthen Western unity, a direct blow to the divisive narratives of the left.
Meloni’s decision has sparked mixed reactions. Some praise her as a courageous leader who protects her people; others, especially in progressive media, attack her for allegedly weakening Europe.
Yet her popularity in Italy continues to rise, with a 45% approval rating according to recent polls, thanks to her conservative and anti-interventionist approach.
The left, with its obsession with militarizing every crisis, is once again left looking ridiculous.
While Macron and Starmer dream of peace armies no one asked for, Meloni shows that true strength lies in common sense, not in the warlike fantasies of a disconnected progressive elite.
Italy, under her leadership, will not be a pawn in a leftist agenda that risks European peace for pure political ego.
What a shame for the war dreamers of Paris and London!
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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni ruled out sending troops to Ukraine, doubting the feasibility of a UK-France proposal but stressed the need for lasting peace and security guarantees.
Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, right, at the European leaders’ summit to discuss Ukraine, hosted by Britain’s Prime Minister Keir Starmer, at Lancaster House, London, Sunday March 2, 2025. (Justin Tallis/Pool via AP)(AP)
LIVEMINT | Published March 6, 2025
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has voiced strong reservations about a proposal from France and the UK to send European troops to Ukraine. Meloni stated, “Italy has expressed doubts regarding the proposal of France and the UK on sending European troops. I think it is very difficult to implement, I am not sure about its effectiveness, that’s why we announced that we will not send Italian soldiers to Ukraine,” Meloni told Rai1 TV.
Focus on sustainable peace
Meloni emphasised that all parties share the same objective: ensuring a lasting and secure peace for Ukraine. “After all, everyone has the same goal, to bring just peace to Ukraine, sustainable and lasting peace, I’d say final peace. Thus, the key issue here is how to build the peace that would include security guarantees for Ukraine,” she explained.
Tensions in US leadership
The Italian Prime Minister also addressed the recent public tensions between US President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and US Vice President JD Vance. “This is not the kind of debate that is usually held in front of the cameras,” Meloni remarked, highlighting the unusual nature of the discussions.
European leaders Summit in London
Meloni’s comments followed a high-level summit in London, where leaders from several EU countries gathered to discuss European security and support for Ukraine. The meeting aimed to assess collective strategies and commitments in response to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.
Meloni warns against West dividing on Ukraine
Giorgia Meloni cautioned against divisions within the West ahead of a European leaders’ summit in London. Speaking at Downing Street on Sunday, she told UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, “It is very, very important that we avoid the risk that the West divides.”
Emphasising the need for cooperation, Meloni stated, “We are all very committed about a goal that we all want to achieve, which is a just and lasting peace in Ukraine.” She highlighted the role of the UK and Italy in “bridge-building” and proposed a meeting between US and European leaders.
European leaders push for unified Ukraine peace plan
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Sunday (March 2) to discuss a coordinated approach to ending the war with Russia. “No-one is interested in the continuation and quick return of the war except for Putin,” Zelensky said, stressing the need for unity among Ukraine’s allies. “Ukraine needs peace backed by reliable security guarantees,” he added.
European leaders seek US involvement
At a high-level summit in London, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that European leaders had agreed to draft a Ukraine peace plan to present to the United States. “This is not a moment for more talk. It’s time to act,” Starmer declared, calling for decisive leadership.
Concerns over US commitment
The meeting followed a tense exchange between Zelensky and US President Donald Trump in Washington, raising fears that US support for Ukraine could waver. European leaders emphasised the importance of securing Washington’s backing. “Europe must do the heavy lifting, but to support peace in our continent and to succeed, this effort must have strong US backing,” Starmer said.
Focus on defence and security guarantees
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen highlighted the need for increased defence spending, warning that Europe must make itself “indigestible for potential invaders.” Talks also explored the possibility of a European peacekeeping role, with support from the US in intelligence, air cover, and deterrence against further Russian aggression.
Uncertainty over peacekeeping troops
French President Emmanuel Macron previously suggested a one-month ceasefire covering air and sea attacks but not ground combat. He also proposed deploying European troops if a broader peace deal were reached, though details remained unclear.
Tensions with Trump Administration
Amid ongoing friction with Trump, White House national security adviser Mike Waltz criticised Zelensky, suggesting the US needs a leader “willing to secure a lasting peace with Russia.” Meanwhile, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov accused Europe of prolonging the conflict by supporting Zelensky “with their bayonets in the form of peacekeeping units.”
Europe rallies behind Ukraine
Despite divisions, European leaders reaffirmed their support for Ukraine. “There will be diplomacy for the sake of peace,” Zelensky stated, noting that he left London with “Europe’s clear support.” Starmer positioned himself as a bridge between Europe and the US, ensuring Kyiv remains central in any negotiations.
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