Italy to Recognize Palestine Only If Hamas Is Excluded and All Hostages Are Freed

Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has stated that Italy will consider recognizing Palestine only if Hamas is excluded from any future state and all hostages are released. Meloni’s comments come amid ongoing tensions in the Israel-Hamas conflict.

Meanwhile, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has described the Israel-Hamas war as a “genocide,” highlighting the differing perspectives in the international community regarding the conflict.

[Image Caption: Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni reacts while listening to U.S. President Donald Trump’s speech at the 80th United Nations General Assembly, in New York City, New York, U.S., September 23, 2025. (Photo Credit: AL DRAGO/REUTERS)]

By REUTERS
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