G-7 to Hold Emergency Call as Israel-Iran Conflict Escalates
- Italy, which has G-7 presidency, calls meeting for Wednesday
- Foreign minister says there’s a chance to avoid regional war
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Leaders from the Group of Seven countries will hold an emergency meeting after Iran fired missiles at Israel, which vowed to retaliate, in a dramatic escalation of hostilities in the region.
Italy, which holds this year’s G-7 presidency, will host the extraordinary call on Wednesday. Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani told Parliament time was of the essence to avoid further escalation.