Trump reiterates criticism of Meloni over lack of help with Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump restated his claim that Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni “begged” to take a picture with him at the G7 Summit in France this week.
TL;DR
- Donald Trump claims Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni "begged" for a photo at the G7 Summit.
- Trump's relationship with Meloni is strained due to Italy's refusal to back a U.S. military blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
- Trump had previously criticized Meloni for defending Pope Leo XIV against his attacks.
- The leaders' differences persist, with Trump reiterating his criticism regarding the Strait of Hormuz.