The Meloni government had looked to reposition itself in the Middle East by focusing on Damascus, but recent events have made this a 'lost bet'.
Italy became the first EU country to attempt diplomatic normalization with Bashar al-Assad's regime after thirteen years of civil war.
Despite the attempt to send an ambassador to Syria, the diplomatic mission has not materialized due to the current instability as rebels advance.
Rome's decision seemed to mark a clear break from its traditional allies' stance on Syria, moving away from collective EU policy.
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