Meloni hits back as Trump escalates G7 photo spat (opens original article in a new tab)
US President Donald Trump escalated a diplomatic row with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, accusing her of seeking photos and undermining US-Iran efforts, while Meloni denied the claims and criticized Trump's approach towards allies.
- US President Donald Trump accused Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni of repeatedly seeking a photograph with him at the G7 summit
- Meloni denied the claim and accused Trump of showing more deference to adversaries than allies
- Trump linked the dispute to tensions over Iran and NATO, accusing Meloni of seeking to improve relations for domestic political reasons
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