The foreign ministers of Italy and Iraq have issued a call for diplomacy and de-escalation in the Middle East, amid rising concerns over regional tensions. Both ministers expressed their deep worry over an escalation that could threaten the entire area.
Last week's assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran has sparked threats of revenge against Israel, increasing fears of a broader Middle East conflict.
Italy's Antonio Tajani and Iraq's Fouad Hussein released a joint statement urging all parties involved to engage in dialogue and diplomacy to promote de-escalation and work towards a lasting ceasefire in Gaza.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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