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- Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni criticizes Putin’s Ukraine cease-fire offer as “propaganda”.
- G7 summit concludes with a significant $50 billion loan agreement for Ukraine.
Italian Premier Skeptical of Putin’s Cease-Fire Offer
At the conclusion of the Group of Seven summit, Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni voiced skepticism over Russian President Vladimir Putin’s cease-fire proposal for Ukraine, labeling it as mere “propaganda”.
The summit, which brought together leaders from the world’s advanced economies, also marked a financial win for Ukraine with the agreement of a substantial $50 billion loan. This move underscores the G7’s ongoing commitment to support Ukraine amidst the conflict. Meloni’s dismissal of Putin’s offer reflects a broader stance among G7 nations, who remain cautious of Russian intentions and steadfast in their support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and defense.
