Italian officials say US-Israel operation in Iran also protects Europe

Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani stated that a US and Israeli operation concerning Iran also aims to protect European Union security. He and Defense Minister Guido Crosetto are set to report to the Italian parliament on the situation.

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has informed the Italian president about developments and expressed concern that the crisis could widen the war in Europe. She described the Iran situation as a consequence of the attack on Kyiv.