The liberation of Mastrogiacomo has been a victory for the Taliban and a defeat for us. We must learn the lesson from this happening. We need to set down clear rules for ourselves and then respect them.

Certainly the life of the hostage must be our top priority. And I am proud that my government took on the responsibility for the freeing of Mastrogiacomo. But the joy on a personal level is accompanied by the humiliation as a member of the executive.

The problem comes earlier. Everything is good when it comes to saving a human life and it seems useless to be polemic. Strada’s intervention was necessary and at the same time it was not sufficient. The unknown work carried on by our services is to be appreciated more.

In relation to Parisi, I believe that he is experiencing the same sense of humiliation that I too have felt as we had to give way. Our soldiers must face up to the enemy adequately. Otherwise they do better to stay at home.

In relation to Parisi, I believe that he is experiencing the same sense of humiliation that I too have felt as we had to give way. Our soldiers must face up to the enemy adequately. Otherwise they do better to stay at home.

Italia dei Valori will vote respecting the commitment made with the government. I hope that the same sense of responsibility will be demonstrated by all those who have given their vote of confidence to Prodi.