Meloni DESTROYS Trump’s ‘Begged Me For A Photo’ Claim | Italian PM Says She Is ‘Frankly Stunned’
A major political feud has erupted between U.S. President Donald Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni after Trump claimed on Italian television that Meloni "begged" him for a photo at the G7 Summit. Meloni responded forcefully, saying she was "frankly stunned" and declaring, "Neither I nor Italy ever beg." The dispute has sparked outrage across Italy, with political leaders rallying behind Meloni and Italy's Foreign Minister reportedly cancelling a planned U.S. trip. The clash is fueling conce s about growing tensions between Washington and one of its closest European allies.
Video Published On: Friday, Jun 19, 2026, 10:52 [IST]


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