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    Trump praises italy PM meloni's willingness to help in U.S.-Israel war with iran

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    Posted on March 8, 2026

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    Last updated: March 8, 2026

    Trump praises Italy PM Meloni's willingness to help in U.S.-Israel war with Iran - Headlines news and analysis from Global Banking & Finance Review
    Tags:PoliticsInternational RelationsDefenseEuropeMiddle East

    Quick Summary

    Former U.S. President Donald Trump lauded Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s leadership, noting her readiness to support the U.S. and Israel in their war against Iran. Meloni has committed to sending air‑defence aid to Gulf states and naval assets to Cyprus as part of defensive efforts amid esc

    Table of Contents

    • US-Italy Relations Strengthened Amid Middle East Tensions
    • Trump's Praise for Meloni
    • Key Quotes from Trump
    • Italy's Actions in the Iran Conflict
    • Military and Humanitarian Support
    • European Cooperation

    Trump Hails Italy PM Meloni's Support for US and Israel Amid Iran Conflict

    US-Italy Relations Strengthened Amid Middle East Tensions

    ROME, March 8 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump praised Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and said she was willing to help the United States and Israel in their war with Iran, Italy’s Corriere della Sera reported on Sunday.

    Trump's Praise for Meloni

    Speaking to the newspaper in a telephone call on Saturday, Trump described Meloni as “a great leader” and said Italy was doing what it could to assist.

    Key Quotes from Trump

    * "I love Italy, I think she is a great leader," Trump was quoted as saying of Meloni.

    * "She always tries to help, she is an excellent leader and she is a friend of mine," Trump said, according to Corriere della Sera.

    Italy's Actions in the Iran Conflict

    Military and Humanitarian Support

    * Italy is planning to send air-defence aid to Gulf countries in the face of Iranian air strikes, Meloni said on Thursday.

    European Cooperation

    * An Italian navy vessel is preparing to sail to Cyprus, a navy spokesperson said on Friday, as part of a joint European mission to protect the island after it came under Iranian fire.

    (Reporting by Giselda Vagnoni)

    Key Takeaways

    • •Trump called Meloni “a great leader” and praised Italy’s willingness to assist in the U.S.–Israel conflict with Iran
    • •Meloni announced Italy will send air‑defence systems—including SAMP/T batteries—to Gulf countries to protect Italian citizens, troops, and energy interests
    • •Italy will also deploy naval assets to Cyprus alongside European allies to bolster regional security and prevent escalation

    Frequently Asked Questions about Trump praises Italy PM Meloni's willingness to help in U.S.-Israel war with Iran

    1What did Donald Trump say about Italy PM Giorgia Meloni?

    Donald Trump described Giorgia Meloni as a great leader and praised her willingness to help the US and Israel in the conflict with Iran.

    2How is Italy supporting the US and Israel in the Iran conflict?

    Italy is planning to send air-defence aid to Gulf countries and its navy is preparing to join a mission in Cyprus after Iranian attacks.

    3What actions has the Italian military taken amid the Iran-Israel conflict?

    An Italian navy vessel is preparing to sail to Cyprus as part of a joint European mission to protect the island after it faced Iranian fire.

    4When did Trump make his statements about Meloni?

    Donald Trump gave his remarks about Meloni during a telephone interview with Corriere della Sera on Saturday.

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