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Italian PM Suspends Military Deal After Controversial Image of Israeli Soldier

4/15/2026

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The cover of L'Espresso titled "Abuse" shows an Israeli soldier filming a distressed Palestinian woman, sparking controversy.
Israel says the image is manipulated.
The image has been confirmed as genuine, intensifying criticism of Israeli actions in the West Bank.
The magazine's portrayal drew harsh reactions from the Israeli government, which called it misleading.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced the suspension of a military cooperation agreement with Israel.

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The cover of L'Espresso titled "Abuse" shows an Israeli soldier filming a distressed Palestinian woman, sparking controversy.
Israel says the image is manipulated.
The image has been confirmed as genuine, intensifying criticism of Israeli actions in the West Bank.
The magazine's portrayal drew harsh reactions from the Israeli government, which called it misleading.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni announced the suspension of a military cooperation agreement with Israel.