Italy suggests suspending EU fiscal rules due to Middle East crisis

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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni suggested suspending EU fiscal rules if the Middle East crisis persists, citing energy price impacts. Meloni stated that temporarily suspending the Stability and Growth Pact, which limits budget deficits, should not be taboo given the ongoing conflict's effect on global energy prices. Italy is implementing national measures to mitigate price hikes, including fuel tax cuts, and is seeking to diversify energy imports, relying heavily on gas.


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