Italy FM says new Syria leader pledged to stop 'illegal immigration'
"Sharaa says he is ready to block illegal immigration, (and) fight against drug traffickers," Tajani said in the Lebanese capital, the second leg of his trip, adding these were "two crucial commitments for Italy".
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- Published Date: 07:24 | 10 January 2025
- Modified Date: 07:24 | 10 January 2025
Syria's new leader Ahmed al-Sharaa told visiting Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani on Friday that he was ready to stem "illegal immigration" to Europe, the European diplomat said.
"Sharaa says he is ready to block illegal immigration, (and) fight against drug traffickers," Tajani said in the Lebanese capital, the second leg of his trip, adding these were "two crucial commitments for Italy".
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