Trump 'completely wrong' to restrict support for Ukraine, Italian minister tells BBC
Summary
Italy’s Defence Minister Guido Crosetto said it is a big mistake for President Trump’s government to limit the support the US gives Ukraine, such as satellite and intelligence help, which Ukraine uses to defend itself against Russia. He warned that reducing this aid could make Russia’s war continue longer instead of helping peace.Key Facts
- Italy’s Defence Minister, Guido Crosetto, criticized the US for limiting satellite and intelligence support to Ukraine.
- Crosetto called this limitation a "major mistake" that risks prolonging Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
- US officials and President Trump deny that the US has slowed internet services or stopped sharing early warnings with Ukraine.
- Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni criticized Trump’s deal to buy diesel from Russia, saying it gave Russia legitimacy during the war.
- Meloni’s government has supported Ukraine with military and humanitarian aid, despite some classified details.
- Crosetto said Italian military support will continue while the current government is in power but warned future aid could be harder to approve because of upcoming elections.
- A far-right Italian party, Futuro Nazionale, led by Roberto Vannacci, opposes helping Ukraine and is sympathetic to Russia.
- Crosetto strongly condemned Russia’s actions in Ukraine, calling them evil.
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