Italy

Italy’s foreign minister Antonio Tajani has proposed closing the Schengen area to Spain, citing security concerns following significant migrant crossings from Morocco to Ceuta. Tajani’s remarks, deemed “inappropriate” by Spain, prompted a military deployment for increased border security amid rising political tensions between the two nations.

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Italy has yet to finalise its €14.9 billion SAFE defence loans as domestic issues delay the decision, causing frustration in Brussels. Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani indicated the amount may be lower, complicating access for other EU nations needing unspent funds for military support.

European leaders, including France’s Macron and the UK’s Keir Starmer, convened in Berlin for an E5 summit aimed at strengthening defence collaboration amid shifting US commitments. The summit addressed support for Ukraine and strategic military projects, coinciding with a key NATO summit in Ankara in July.

Giorgia Meloni’s government faces increasing tension with historic allies, the US and Israel, as calls grow for European sanctions against Israeli officials following controversial remarks by Itamar Ben-Gvir. The shift in Italy’s foreign policy has sparked debate among political figures amid concerns of self-sanctioning trade impacts.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a European tour, having recently met Swedish counterpart Ulf Kristersson and European Commission Chief Ursula von der Leyen in Gothenburg. Discussions included advances on the EU-India trade agreement, which aims to significantly enhance investment and economic ties between India and Europe.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced his European tour with a meeting with King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima in The Hague. His six-day itinerary includes discussions on trade and innovation with Dutch leaders and will feature upcoming meetings with Swedish and Italian officials, focusing on strengthening bilateral relations.

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