Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has strongly refuted claims made by former US President Donald Trump. Trump alleged Meloni begged him for a photograph at a G7 summit. Meloni expressed astonishment, calling his statements entirely fabricated. She criticized Trump for treating Western allies with less deference than perceived enemies. This exchange marks a significant strain in their relationship.

US President Donald Trump opened a new rift with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni by claiming that she “begged” him for a photo during the G7 summit and that he obliged out…

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has sharply rejected claims by U.S. President Donald Trump that she "begged" him for a photograph during the recent G7 summit, describing the…

Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani canceled a planned trip to the U.S. next week following Trump’s remarks about Giorgia Meloni.