Meloni slams Trump's claim she 'begged' for photo with him as Italy's top diplomat cancels U.S. trip
The Italian government closed ranks on Friday to slam U.S. President Donald Trump over his claim that Premier Giorgia Meloni had "begged" for a photo with him during the recent G7 summit, a pushback that suggested America's longtime European ally had had enough of Trump's boasting and criticism.
TL;DR
- The Italian government united to criticize U.S. President Donald Trump.
- Trump claimed Premier Giorgia Meloni "begged" for a photo with him at the G7 summit.
- Italy's response indicates a strong pushback against Trump's boasting and criticism.
- The incident suggests a strained relationship between Italy and Trump.