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Tensions between Italy and the US have intensified in recent days after [criticism from Trump directed at Pope Leo](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/apr/13/donald-trump-pope-leo), marking a dramatic shift in relations
relations between Israel and Italy have soured recently. On Monday, the Italian ambassador to Tel Aviv, Luca Ferrari, was summoned after Italy’s Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani condemned Israel for its “unacceptable attacks against
relations between Europe and the United States, along with a potentially devastating defence impact, reared its Medusa-like head. Again. "No worries," Spain's determined-to-appear calm prime minister, Pedro Sanchez, said to waiting
Italy hosted 12,662 active-duty soldiers at the end of 2025 at bases in Vicenza, Aviano, Naples and Sicily. ### Spain The country hosts US Navy and Air Force bases near the Strait of Gibraltar
Italy’s right-wing government has become the latest European state to join a growing chorus criticising the country, which in recent weeks has included the United Kingdom, Ireland, and [Spain](/news/2026/4/10/netanyahu-removes-spain-from-gaza-coordination-centre-over-hostility). Calls have grown