According to newly released government documents, Italian PM Silvio Berlusconi reacted with strong emotion after being left out of key EU discussions, threatening to challenge Britain's EU rebate.
Reports indicate Berlusconi's feelings were particularly hurt because, unlike France and Germany, he had supported the US and UK during the Iraq invasion, seeking intervention from President Bush.
The documents reveal the tensions among EU leaders, highlighting Berlusconi's ire and the potential diplomatic fallout from Britain’s strategy to strengthen ties with France and Germany.
Tony Blair's quick visit to Rome emphasized the importance of maintaining relations with Italy, showcasing diplomatic efforts to smooth over the upset caused by the Berlian meeting.
Collection
[
|
...
]