Pakistan, May 28 -- Italy's Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has strongly criticized Israel's ongoing military assault on Gaza, calling it "unacceptable" and urging for an immediate end to the bombing. Speaking in parliament, Tajani said Israel's reaction to the Hamas attack in October 2023 has taken "dramatic and unacceptable" forms. He warned against any forced displacement of Palestinians from the enclave.

Italy has traditionally supported Israel, but concerns are growing within the country's right-wing coalition over the extended military campaign. Over 54,000 Palestinians have reportedly been killed since the offensive began. Tajani emphasized that bombing must stop, humanitarian aid must resume quickly, and international law must be...