On October 2, 2024, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni convened a call of G7 leaders to discuss the escalating crisis in the Middle East. Italy, holding the rotating presidency of the G7, emphasized its commitment to finding a diplomatic solution amidst growing tensions, particularly focusing on the Israeli-Lebanese border and Iran’s missile attack on Israel.
Meloni’s government has expressed “deep concern” over recent developments, including the instability in Lebanon. Italy’s role as chair of the G7 positions it to lead efforts aimed at de-escalating tensions in the region, particularly through diplomacy.
Italy highlighted the need for the full implementation of U.N. Resolution 1701, which brought an end to the 2006 Israel-Hezbollah conflict. Meloni has called on the U.N. Security Council to consider enhancing the mandate of the UNIFIL peacekeeping force, where Italy is a key contributor, to stabilize the Israel-Lebanon border.
Italy’s consistent involvement in U.N. peacekeeping missions, including UNIFIL since 2006, and its current leadership of the G7 places the country in a pivotal role in addressing the ongoing Middle East crisis. The G7 discussions are expected to shape future international responses, echoing Italy’s longstanding commitment to regional stability.
The 50th G7 summit was held from June 13 to 15, 2024, in Fasano, Apulia, Italy. Hosted by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, it marked a significant event for global leaders addressing key issues such as the Middle East conflict, global trade, and the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. Italy, holding the G7 presidency, focused on enhancing strategic partnerships, particularly with Africa.
This summit was notable for being the last for leaders like British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, and U.S. President Joe Biden. It also marked the first-ever attendance of Pope Francis at a G7 summit. Discussions addressed the WTO reforms, regional Middle East tensions, support for Ukraine’s sovereignty, and concerns about Iran’s nuclear program.
Core G7 Members | Represented by | Title |
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Canada | Justin Trudeau | Prime Minister |
France | Emmanuel Macron | President |
Germany | Olaf Scholz | Chancellor |
Italy (Host) | Giorgia Meloni | Prime Minister |
Japan | Fumio Kishida | Prime Minister |
United Kingdom | Rishi Sunak | Prime Minister |
United States | Joe Biden | President |
European Union | Ursula von der Leyen | Commission President |
Charles Michel | Council President |
Invited Countries | Represented by | Title |
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Algeria | Abdelmadjid Tebboune | President |
Argentina | Javier Milei | President |
Brazil | Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva | President |
India | Narendra Modi | Prime Minister |
Jordan | Abdullah II | King |
Kenya | William Ruto | President |
Mauritania | Mohamed Ould Ghazouani | Chairperson, African Union |
Tunisia | Kais Saied | President |
Turkey | Recep Tayyip Erdoğan | President |
United Arab Emirates | Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan | President |
Ukraine | Volodymyr Zelenskyy | President |
Vatican City | Pope Francis | Sovereign |
This summit reinforced the G7’s global role in addressing economic, political, and social challenges, especially focusing on Middle East diplomacy and international cooperation with African nations.
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