Overview

• Responding to the Salvini–Macron dispute, Antonio Tajani said political arguments are won by the force of ideas rather than the violence of words.
• The foreign minister said he always adopts calm tones and framed measured language as more effective in politics.
• He reiterated that Italy’s external affairs are directed by the prime minister and the foreign minister, underscoring his and Giorgia Meloni’s roles.
• Tajani emphasized ongoing efforts to build peace in the Middle East and Ukraine and urged perseverance despite difficulties.
• The Farnesina reported the release in Caracas of Amerigo De Grazia and Margarita Assenza, crediting work by the ministry and state institutions on the impetus of Tajani and the government.