Trump 'completely wrong' to restrict support for Ukraine, Italian minister tells BBC

What happened: Italy's defence minister Guido Crosetto told the BBC that limiting US satellite and intelligence support for Ukraine is a "complete mistake" and "completely wrong," warning it would prolong Russia's invasion. Key numbers: Poll for the Ixe institute in September put Italian support for continuing arms supplies at 18%. Italy's next election must be held by the end of 2027. Why it matters: Crosetto said depriving Ukraine of resources creates weakness that convinces Putin he can win, and he vowed Italian military support would continue while this government is in place. Coverage: 5 outlets in 24h

Italy's defence minister Guido Crosetto told the BBC that limiting US satellite and intelligence support for Ukraine is a "complete mistake" and "completely wrong," warning it would prolong Russia's invasion.

Crosetto said depriving Ukraine of resources creates weakness that convinces Putin he can win, and he vowed Italian military support would continue while this government is in place.