US-Iran tensions, Giorgia Meloni takes a stand: what changes in the next few hours

We cannot ignore what is happening. The US attack on Iran 's nuclear sites has immediately shaken the international scene and, by extension, has sparked a series of reflections and concerns in Rome. Giorgia Meloni is on the front lines, following everything with watchful eyes and hands ready to intervene. A crisis that involves more than one State, in an already complicated moment for global security .

In the last few hours, the Prime Minister has called a video conference summit with ministers and intelligence to chart a course for managing the emergency. But it is not just a question of numbers or strategies. There is palpable fear among insiders and beyond.

Giorgia Meloni at work with the government: crisis alert between the US and Iran

The meeting called by Giorgia Meloni was a busy, almost urgent one. Alongside her, well-known faces and key figures in command: Tajani, Salvini, Piantedosi, Crosetto, Giorgetti, Mantovano, Fazzolari and the highest authorities of the secret services. With them, a single objective: to really understand what happened after the US attack on the sites of Fordow, Natanz and Esfahan in Iran , and above all, what risks loom for Italy. Because it is not just a fact that concerns the region. No. It also closely concerns our country. As Palazzo Chigi has announced, the real damage will only be known in the next few hours, but the alert is maximum. The Farnesina is keeping in touch with its compatriots in the region, while the Prime Minister does not waste a moment and remains in contact with allies and local leaders to try to ease the tension.

In the midst of this scenario, Giorgia Meloni also spoke at length with Elly Schlein, secretary of the Democratic Party. A sign that the dialogue remains alive, despite everything. But on the security front, action is being taken decisively: measures around diplomatic offices and American bases have been reinforced. From Aviano to Sigonella, the General Staff is closing ranks to defend soldiers and representatives. Tajani, in an interview with Tg5, underlined how Italy, although not directly targeted, coexists with the risks due to the presence of Americans and Israelis on national soil. Israeli embassies are closed, while Jewish and American places of worship are under strict surveillance. Law enforcement and intelligence agencies are working at full speed to prevent attacks.

Giorgia Meloni seeks dialogue to avoid escalation between US and Iran

Donald Trump took to social media to announce the attacks and thank the “great American warriors,” but also issued a warning: “It’s time for peace, or it will be a tragedy.” A phrase that carries weight, while on the other side, Iran responded harshly. The Iranian Foreign Minister called the attacks “outrageous” and warned that they will have “eternal consequences.” Meanwhile, Antonio Guterres, Secretary General of the UN, said he was concerned about a “dangerous escalation” in a region already on the brink of the abyss.

In this context, Italy is trying to maintain its role as mediator. Giorgia Meloni wrote on social media that the government's commitment remains to bring the parties "to the negotiating table." But the uncertainty that hovers cannot be hidden. The crisis is moving fast, with palpable tension that crosses borders and governments. The work of Palazzo Chigi and its allies is to prevent this spark from becoming a fire.