Rome, Italy – Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has called for a review of the legal framework of the US-led Peace Council. She wants to address constitutional issues preventing Italy from joining this new international body.
In a joint statement issued in Rome on Friday, Meloni said she had asked US President Donald Trump to amend the council’s charter. This change would allow Italy to participate without violating the Italian constitution. She explained that the constitution stipulates that Rome cannot join any international organization except on the basis of complete equality with all other member states. However, this condition is not currently met by the proposed council.
Constitutional and legal concerns
The Peace Council is a newly established international body, launched by the United States. It is aimed at overseeing the post-war phase in Gaza. Additionally, it holds the potential to expand its role in the future to include managing or resolving other conflicts on the international stage.
However, according to Meloni, the Council’s charter grants the US president broad executive powers. This raises constitutional and legal concerns among several European countries.
The Italian Prime Minister affirmed that her country does not oppose the idea of the council or its stated objectives in principle. However, she stressed the need to respect the constitutional and sovereign frameworks of countries wishing to join.
She added that any Italian participation must be based on an equal partnership and clear powers. This would ensure that no single party dominates the decision-making mechanisms.
Constitutional and political reservations
Melloni’s statements come at a time when the American initiative is the subject of extensive European debate. Other countries, including Germany, are expressing similar reservations regarding the constitutional and political aspects of the council.
The German Chancellor had previously indicated that Berlin was open to joining the initiative. However, Berlin could not accept its current form.
Observers believe that Meloni’s call for a review of the “Peace Council” reflects growing European caution toward unilaterally led international initiatives.
This comes as European capitals seek to ensure a balanced role in any new political or security arrangements. In particular, this is important for sensitive issues such as the future of Gaza and the management of regional conflicts.
