Italy has declined to join President Donald Trump's Peace Council, with Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani citing 'insurmountable' constitutional issues as the reason for the decision. The Peace Council, which was established at the World Economic Forum in Davos and has around 19 countries signed on to its charter, faces constitutional hurdles in Italy, where such involvement with an organization led by a single foreign leader is prohibited by the country's constitution.

Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, an ally of Trump, had previously acknowledged these constitutional issues but suggested the possibility of Trump modifying the framework to accommodate Italy and other European nations. However, Tajani has since ruled this out, stating, "We cannot participate in the Peace Council because there is a constitutional limit," reinforcing Italy's position on the matter.

This decision reflects Italy's adherence to its constitutional limitations while also indicating the complicated dynamics of international cooperation under the leadership of the former U.S. president. As the situation develops, the implications for Italy's foreign relations and its role in international peace initiatives will be closely monitored, especially regarding its relationship with the United States and other European allies.