EU Criticizes Italy Over Defence Loan Delay

The European Commission has expressed dissatisfaction with Italy’s delay in providing €14.9 billion in loans for the Strategic Autonomous Defence Funds (SAFE). The Commission stated that waiting until the end of the year is an unacceptable timeline. This delay raises concerns about Italy’s commitment to its defence spending and broader EU security initiatives.

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