Italy nixes envoy's visit as leader Meloni "stunned" by Trump's remarks
Summary
Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said she was shocked by President Donald Trump’s comments that she begged him for a photo at the recent G7 summit and that he only agreed out of pity. In response, Italy canceled a planned visit by its Foreign Minister to the U.S., and Meloni criticized Trump’s behavior toward allies.Key Facts
- President Trump told an Italian TV channel he only took a photo with Prime Minister Meloni because he felt sorry for her.
- Meloni called Trump’s version of events "made up" and said neither she nor Italy ever begs.
- Italy canceled a visit to the U.S. by Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani after Trump’s comments.
- Meloni was the only European leader to attend Trump’s second inauguration and was seen as a political ally.
- Their relationship has grown tense due to disagreements over the war with Iran.
- Trump has criticized Italy and other NATO allies for not helping enough in the Iran conflict.
- Meloni said the G7 summit atmosphere was positive with no friction between leaders despite later remarks.
- Trump previously responded to Meloni’s criticism of his comments about the Pope by saying he was shocked by her.
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