General Vannacci replies: 'Salvini doesn't want me? Amen.' The risk of dialogue with the center-right

General Roberto Vannacci has declared his readiness to join a center-right coalition, provided his non-negotiable principles, or "red lines," are respected. This stance comes amid apparent hesitation from Matteo Salvini, leader of the Lega party, whom Vannacci addressed by saying, "If he doesn't want me, amen."

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If he doesn't want me, amen.

Vannacci also extended an olive branch to Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, leader of Fratelli d'Italia. "If she has something to tell me, she has my phone number: call me," he stated, emphasizing his willingness to engage in discussions. The potential alliance between Vannacci's movement, Futuro Nazionale, and the broader center-right bloc, led by Meloni, is a significant topic of discussion across Italian political spheres.

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If she has something to tell me, she has my phone number: call me, we have no problem supporting any kind of discussion.

Futuro Nazionale is actively cultivating its image and membership, with deputy Rossano Sasso noting they have already surpassed 110,000 registered members and plan further outreach events. Laura Ravetto, a Member of Parliament and a key figure in Futuro Nazionale, described Salvini's stance as "worrying" and "blinded by hatred towards the general." She also observed divisions within Fratelli d'Italia, noting apparent openness from some members like Bignami and reservations from others like Donzelli, suggesting Meloni will ultimately decide.

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At the moment we do not register signals from the top levels of the center-right, nor from the intermediate ones, so we continue like this. Without calculations, we are already over 110,000 members and throughout the summer we will continue with our Identity Walks.

The movement is strategically positioning itself, carefully assessing poll data. Vannacci's allies emphasize a need for alliances based on shared values and merit, rather than mere electoral convenience. Within Forza Italia, there are tentative signs of openness to collaborating with Vannacci, particularly if a concrete electoral program can be established, as suggested by Giorgio Mulè.

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What Salvini says is worrying: he is blinded by hatred towards the general.