Italy will send new generators to Ukraine ahead of the winter, with the aim of supporting the population and the energy network affected by Russian attacks. The announcement comes directly from Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni during the meeting of the Coalition of the Willing today, Monday 24 August, in which she participates via video link on the day of the 35th anniversary of Ukrainian independence. Sources also report the probable dispatch of air defense weapons.
Meloni’s intervention
In her speech, Palazzo Chigi reports, the Prime Minister renews “heartfelt congratulations on behalf of the Italian Government for the national anniversary” to President Volodymyr Zelensky and the Ukrainian people, reiterating “Italy’s firm support for the sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of Ukraine”. Meloni also expresses “deep sympathy for the suffering caused by the continuous Russian attacks against civilian infrastructure”.
Meloni announces new generators for Ukraine: also air defense weapons
Meloni, explains the note from Palazzo Chigi, “confirmed Italy’s commitment on the humanitarian front in view of the winter season, which will continue with the sending of further generators intended in particular to support the resilience of the Ukrainian population and to guarantee the stability of the energy network”.
The shipment is part of a broader assistance program already launched by Italy. In December 2025, the Farnesina had quantified the package intended for the purchase of generators, transformers and other equipment for the Ukrainian energy system at around 100 million euros. In January, the Foreign Ministry then confirmed the arrival of the first boilers and generators and announced further shipments.
According to what was reported by Ansa, air defense weapons could also be included in the list of the next Italian package for Kiev. The news is reported citing “informed sources”.
More pressure on Russia and sanctions
The meeting of the Willing is taking place in a hybrid format, with some of the leaders in Kiev and others connected remotely. The confrontation between the allies revolves around military and financial support for Kiev, the protection of Ukrainian infrastructure and the pressure to be exerted on Moscow as Russian attacks continue.
For Meloni the diplomatic objective remains that of reaching a negotiation. “In conclusion – reports Palazzo Chigi – President Meloni reaffirmed Italy’s determination to work alongside international partners to promote a negotiation path towards a just and lasting peace”.
The summit on Ukrainian Independence Day
The meeting comes on a day with strong symbolic value for Kiev. In fact, 24 August marks 35 years since the declaration of independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. During the celebrations Zelensky reiterated that the country does not intend to renounce its sovereignty: “Ukraine will be an independent state forever, there is no doubt about this”, states the Ukrainian president.
Speaking about the prospect of negotiations with Moscow, Zelensky also argues that Kiev wants to end the war but will not accept a capitulation: “Ukraine absolutely wants peace, but it is not ready to simply surrender.”
In the message addressed to Zelensky and the Ukrainians, Meloni reiterates the Italian position: support for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the country, continuation of humanitarian assistance and search for a negotiated solution that leads, in the words of the Prime Minister’s Office, to a “just and lasting” peace.
Macron: “Moscow will increase provocations, let’s get ready”
“We must bear in mind that Russia will escalate tensions towards European countries to dissuade them from providing assistance to Ukraine. And I would like to reiterate here my solidarity with all colleagues who have been targeted or have been targeted in recent weeks. It is clear that NATO countries will be targeted and that provocations will multiply. We must continue what we have started to do within NATO to ensure a resolute position.” Thus Emmanuel Macron to the Coalition of the Willing.