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Italy suspends Israel defense deal

Italy suspends Israel defense deal

The agreement, which has been in place since 2006, involves significant military collaboration and technology research between the two nations.

Meloni's move marks a major shift in Italian foreign policy and has caused a rift with the Trump administration, which accused her of lacking 'courage.' The suspension comes as Italy faces a precarious economic situation and growing public opposition to regional military involvement.

Israeli officials have expressed disappointment over the move, describing it as a blow to a traditionally close alliance.

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Giorgia Meloni
Prime Minister of Italy since 2022
Italy
Country in southern Europe
Israel
Country in West Asia
Donald Trump
President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)