Trump Peace Plan for Gaza Seen as Crucial Opportunity by Meloni

Rome: Premier Giorgia Meloni emphasized that the opportunity presented by US President Donald Trump’s peace plan for Gaza must not be wasted. This statement was made in a message marking the second anniversary of the October 7 massacres.

According to Ansa News Agency, Meloni highlighted the crisis triggered by Hamas’s violence, which has caused unprecedented turmoil in the Middle East. She pointed out that Israel’s military response has exceeded principles of proportionality and has resulted in numerous innocent civilian casualties in Gaza.

Meloni remarked that the anniversary arrives at a moment when there is a tangible chance of ending the ongoing war. She stressed that President Trump’s peace plan, which has garnered strong support from European as well as Arab and Islamic nations, offers a valuable opportunity to achieve a permanent end to hostilities. This plan aims to facilitate the return of hostages held by Hamas and initiate a process towards peace and security across the Middle East.

Meloni asserted the collective responsibility to ensure the success of this critical and delicate opportunity. She affirmed Italy’s commitment to continuing its efforts in this direction, underscoring the nation’s ongoing contribution to the peace process.