Italian Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Interior Matteo Salvini and Naples mayor Luigi de Magistris were involved in a heated exchange on social media after de Magistris said that he would be opening the port for 32 migrants aboard the search and rescue vessel Sea Watch.
Speaking during a radio interview, the mayor said that he wishes the ship would move closer to Naples so that he may defy the Italian government and help save them, and host them in Naples.
He condemned the action of leaving individuals in the cold and stormy weather as "a criminal act", and remarked on whether there is collegiality in the Italian Government, as Salvini seemed to be the one commanding – causing him to act through civil disobedience.
In response, Salvini insisted that the Italian ports are closed and that Italy has already accepted enough migrants.
Speaking on social media, Salvini commented that he will not give in, adding that those Mayors who are looking for publicity by undermining him will not succeed in changing his mind on the question.
According to RAI News, De Magistris' reaction occurred after his own declaration that he will not be applying the security laws with regards to immigration.
This, he said, went against Naples' constitution, and will not be implemented as it conflicts with their principles.
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