Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni urged Western countries to strengthen their unity in the face of growing influence from Russia, China, and the Global South. Addressing the Senate, Meloni warned that Europe and the United States risk isolation if they do not coordinate their strategies, especially regarding Africa. She noted her differences with United States President Donald Trump on national interests but clarified that he is not opposed to Europe. Meloni also criticized the lack of support for Trump's proposed ceasefire plan between Israel and Hamas, questioning why even the Democratic Party did not back the initiative.