Italy’s Meloni ‘shocked’ by Trump’s ‘unfounded’ claim she ‘begged’ for G7 photo
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has publicly refuted Donald Trump’s assertion that she ‘begged’ him for a photo at the G7 summit, calling his comments shocking and unfounded.
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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed strong astonishment and firmly denied former U.S. President Donald Trump's assertion that she "begged" him for a photo opportunity at the recent G7 summit in France. Trump, in an interview with an Italian broadcaster, claimed Meloni "wanted a picture with me so badly" and that he only agreed out of pity.
In a video response, Prime Minister Meloni labeled Trump's statements as "completely fabricated" and asserted that "Italy and I do not beg." She also criticized his behavior towards allies, noting a perceived difference in his approach compared to how he treats "enemies of the West."
Following the contentious remarks, Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani abruptly cancelled a planned official trip to the United States this weekend. Tajani cited Trump's comments as "serious and offensive" towards both Prime Minister Meloni and Italy as a whole.
What each outlet emphasizes
- CNN: quotes Meloni's direct denial and shock over Trump's comments.
- BBC: emphasizes Meloni's statement that Trump 'made up' the story and the indication of strained ties.
- AP: reports Meloni slamming the claim and notes the cancellation of Italy's top diplomat's US trip.
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