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**Italy to Propose Global Truce for 2026 Winter Olympics**

**Rome, Italy** – Italy plans to present a proposal to the United Nations calling for a global ceasefire during the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina. The initiative, announced by Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani, aims to halt all conflicts worldwide, including those in Ukraine and the Middle East, during the Games which will be held from February 6-22.

Drawing inspiration from the ancient Olympic tradition of “Ekecheiria,” a sacred truce that allowed safe passage for athletes and spectators, Italy hopes to revive the spirit of peace and cooperation.

“In view of the Milano Cortina Olympics, we are presenting a proposal for an Olympic truce for all wars, including Ukraine and the Middle East, to the United Nations,” Tajani said. “We must be champions of peace.”

While past calls for Olympic truces by the UN and Olympic organizers have gone largely unheeded in the modern era, Italy hopes the proposal will gain traction amidst ongoing conflicts. Tajani also expressed support for the U.S. plan to end the war in Gaza, coinciding with the second anniversary of the war.

The proposal comes as the world grapples with the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, now in its fourth year, and the devastating situation in Gaza. The move follows increased international recognition of Palestinian statehood by several Western nations, though not Italy, and as indirect talks between Israel and Hamas begin based on a 20-point plan presented by U.S. President Donald Trump. Italy hopes the Olympic spirit can serve as a catalyst for peace during a time of global unrest.

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