Italy Reaffirms No Troop Deployment to Ukraine Amidst Ongoing Security Discussions

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated on Saturday, March 15, 2025, that Italy does not plan to send troops to Ukraine. This announcement followed a virtual meeting organized by London aimed at bolstering support for Kyiv in anticipation of potential truce talks with Russia. According to a statement from the Italian government, Meloni affirmed Italy's commitment to collaborating with European, Western, and U.S. partners to establish credible and effective security guarantees for Ukraine. She participated in the meeting focused on securing a just and lasting peace that ensures Ukraine's sovereignty and future security. The meeting included participation from the Prime Minister of Spain, Pedro Sánchez, Ukrainian President Volodimir Zelenski, and leaders from key EU countries, NATO, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.