Recognizing Palestine state before established could be ‘counterproductive,’ Italian premier says – Middle East Monitor

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated that now is not the right time to recognize a Palestinian state, deeming France’s recent recognition as “rushed” and potentially counterproductive. Her comments faced backlash from opposition lawmakers, who criticized her stance amid ongoing violence in Gaza, where the Israeli military’s offensive has resulted in significant civilian casualties.

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