Cirielli: If we had followed a different policy towards Russia, we would have avoided the war in Ukraine. A softer, more diplomatic policy helps to find peace.

Rigid, aggressive and imperialist policies are always negative. This does not justify the violation of international law", he added. The Deputy Foreign Minister was speaking at the meeting 'Nato towards 2030' in Rome. The meeting was organized by the Brothers of Italy at the Palazzo Valdina complex. The event was also attended by Prime Minister Matteo Renzi.