Italy’s Meloni rebukes Trump remarks on NATO’s role in Afghanistan
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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni publicly criticized former U.S. President Donald Trump's remarks minimizing NATO allies' contributions in Afghanistan. Meloni called Trump's statements "unacceptable," emphasizing Italy's significant role, including deploying thousands of troops and leading Regional Command West after the 9/11 attacks. She highlighted Italy's sacrifices, with 53 soldiers killed and over 700 wounded during nearly two decades of involvement in Afghanistan. Meloni stressed the importance of respect within the NATO alliance, particularly from allied nations like the United States, despite their strong friendship and shared values. Trump's initial comments, made at the World Economic Forum, downplayed NATO allies' involvement, claiming they "stayed a little back" from the front lines, though he later praised British troops.
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