Italy to send aid to Gulf states and Cyprus after Iranian strikes

2026-03-05 - 11:35

Italy is planning to send air defence aid to Gulf countries and naval assets to Cyprus after Iranian air strikes, the government said on Thursday, amid concern for the safety of citizens and troops in the region as well as for energy security. As the US-Iran war entered its sixth day, the conflict has widened beyond Gulf states and into Asia, convulsing global markets and prompting thousands of stranded tourists and residents to try to flee the Middle East. Right-wing Prime Minister Giorgia...