Italy refuses to participate in military strikes on Syria

ROME, April 12 (YPA) – An official in Italian government announced on Thursday that Rome will not directly participate in any military activity under implementation by its allies in relation to Syria.

“On the basis of international and bilateral agreements concluded, Italy has always supported the activities of the coalition forces to ensure security and protection,” state television was quoted by an unnamed official.

“Italy, however, is not directly involved in any activity currently under way regarding Syria,” he said. “Italy, as it has been so far, has never participated in military activities in Syria.”

Sameera Hassn