Italian political leader Giorgia Meloni has repeatedly expressed her concern about the cultural and social changes taking place in Europe. At the heart of her discourse is the idea that the continent is undergoing a transformation linked to the increasing influence of traditions foreign to what she considers historical European values.
Meloni argues that these changes generate tensions
surrounding the continent's cultural identity, particularly with regard to
principles associated with Western tradition. Within this framework, she has
referred to strict interpretations of Sharia law, noting that, in her view,
some of its harshest practices—such as extreme punishments for adultery, the
criminalization of apostasy, and the condemnation of homosexuality—contrast
significantly with the prevailing legal and ethical systems in Europe.
Based on these arguments, the president raises the need to
strengthen the defense of the values she considers fundamental to European
civilization, emphasizing the importance of preserving certain cultural and
legal principles in the face of dynamics of change that she perceives as
potentially incompatible with them.
“An Islamization process is underway in Europe that is very
far removed from the values of our civilization. Sharia law means stoning for
adultery, the death penalty for apostasy, and a death sentence for
homosexuality,” Meloni said.