Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni reaffirmed the importance of maintaining the Gaza ceasefire agreement during a meeting with Israeli President Isaac Herzog at Palazzo Chigi on Wednesday, Anadolu Agency reported.

The discussion, which was conducted as part of Italy’s broader diplomatic engagement with Middle Eastern and Gulf region leaders, marked the fourth meeting between Meloni and Herzog since she took office.


The Italian prime minister highlighted that the ceasefire had facilitated the release of hostages and significantly increased humanitarian aid to Gaza, where Italy remains a leading contributor through its "Food for Gaza" initiative, according to a statement released by the Italian government.

During the meeting, "Meloni reiterated Italy’s commitment to the stabilisation and reconstruction of Gaza, as well as the need for a political horizon towards a just and lasting peace in the region," the statement said.

She also stressed the importance of the recently brokered ceasefire in Lebanon, "where Italy plays an irreplaceable role including through its UNIFIL contingent."

Beyond regional security, the statement said, the leaders discussed strengthening bilateral cooperation in key sectors, including energy, science, and technology.