Giorgia Meloni Responds to Trump's Claims About Photo Request

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated on Friday that US President Donald Trump's claim that she begged him for a photo during the G7 summit is false. In an Instagram post, Meloni described Trump's statements as "completely fabricated" and expressed her surprise at his behavior towards allies. Trump made the assertion during an interview with La7 television, where he claimed Meloni was eager for a photo with him. Meloni, who was the only European leader invited to Trump's inauguration, noted that her relationship with Trump remains unchanged despite recent tensions over Italy's refusal to allow the US to use a Sicilian air base during the Iran war. After the G7 summit, Meloni emphasized that there were no grievances between them, and both leaders understood each other's perspectives. During a G7 meeting, Trump remarked on feeling "abandoned" by Meloni, to which she responded with laughter, affirming their friendship.