Italy Says It Is 'Not at War' While Urging EU to Bolster Red Sea Mission
Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani notes that 40% of Italy's maritime trade and 60% of goods exported to Asia pass through the Red Sea, according to Anadolu Agency.
Italy's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has said the country is "not at war" while calling on the European Union to strengthen its Red Sea security mission, according to Anadolu Agency.
Anadolu Agency reported that Tajani said 40% of Italy's entire commercial maritime traffic and 60% of the goods it exports to Asia pass through the Red Sea.
Sources
- Italy 'not at war' as EU urged to strengthen Red Sea mission, foreign minister says — Anadolu Agency (Turkey)
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