Potential influx from Balkan route due to Syria crisis: Crosetto

(ANSA) - ROME, 07 DIC - Italy's Defense Minister Guido Crosetto addressed concerns regarding the crisis in Syria, stating, "It is essential that we comprehend the evolving situation in the coming days. The most immediate concern is the potential for individuals to flee the country. They could use the Balkan route to reach Europe or cross the Mediterranean to access the countries along its shores." This statement was made to journalists after a ceremony in Livorno marking the delivery of the new Trieste ship to the Italian Navy. Crosetto emphasized the importance of recognizing theinsecurity of this crisiss in an unstable region, adding, "These are issues we are monitoring daily." (ANSA).