Trump and Meloni Engage in Diplomatic Dispute Over G7 Photo

US President Donald Trump accused Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of seeking a photograph with him for political reasons during the G7 summit in France. Trump claimed Meloni 'begged' for the photo, a statement she denied, calling it 'made up.' In a post on Truth Social, Trump reiterated his claim and suggested Meloni was attempting to mend relations with the US after Italy did not support US actions against Iran. He criticized NATO spending, stating that the US contributes significantly to the defense of its allies, including Italy. The remarks have led to heightened tensions, with Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani canceling a planned visit to the US, describing Trump's comments as 'grave and offensive.' Meloni expressed her surprise at Trump's behavior towards allies and criticized his approach to adversaries. The relationship between Trump and Meloni has been strained, particularly following disagreements over the Middle East conflict and NATO support.