Trump-Meloni row: Italian PM rejects Trump’s ‘begged for a photo’ claim, Foreign Minister cancels US visit

Trump-Meloni Row: Italian PM Denies Photo Claim, Cancels US Visit

Escalating Tensions Over a G7 Summit Encounter

Theindiapostdaily.com – The Trump-Meloni row has intensified in recent days, fueled by a contentious exchange during the 52nd G7 Summit in Évian-les-Bains, France. US President Donald Trump claimed that Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni had “begged” for a photo with him, a remark that quickly became a focal point of diplomatic friction. The statement, made in an interview with Italian broadcaster La7, sparked immediate backlash from Meloni and her team, who labeled it as a fabrication. The incident has raised questions about the nature of US-Italy relations and the evolving dynamic between the two leaders, with the Trump-Meloni row now capturing significant attention across global media outlets.

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