In a significant diplomatic gathering at the European House Ambrosetti Forum in Cernobbio, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a bilateral meeting.

The discussions centered on Ukraine's urgent request for more military support, including long-range missiles, to counter Russian aggression.

Zelensky's visit comes amid intensified Russian offensives and aims to persuade Italy to allow the use of supplied weapons for strikes within Russia.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, also present at the forum, expressed strong support for Meloni, referring to her as his "Christian sister," highlighting the growing importance of cultural ties within the EU.

The forum serves as a crucial platform for European leaders to address pressing geopolitical issues, with Meloni's participation underscoring Italy's pivotal role in the ongoing conflict.