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Italy's Defence Minister Warns Iran Conflict Risks Nuclear Escalation

4/7/2026

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Guido Crosetto, Italy's Defence Minister, warns Iran war threatens U.S. leadership and risks nuclear escalation, criticizing NATO allies for hesitating to back U.S. actions such as Sigonella access denial.
He cites the bombings of Japan to underline the threat and says U.S. President Donald J. Trump's advisers lack the courage to challenge him.
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni supports Gulf states amid rising fuel prices while staying cautious on the conflict.

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Guido Crosetto, Italy's Defence Minister, warns Iran war threatens U.S. leadership and risks nuclear escalation, criticizing NATO allies for hesitating to back U.S. actions such as Sigonella access denial.
He cites the bombings of Japan to underline the threat and says U.S. President Donald J. Trump's advisers lack the courage to challenge him.
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni supports Gulf states amid rising fuel prices while staying cautious on the conflict.