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Meloni-Trump spat shows readiness to risk a fight
Published 21 June 2026 ยท politics
Synopsis Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has broken ranks with other G7 leaders by directly challenging Donald Trump. Unlike her peers who often absorb his
Synopsis Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has broken ranks with other G7 leaders by directly challenging Donald Trump. Unlike her peers who often absorb his criticisms, Meloni has escalated, accusing him of lying and pandering. This bold move, which includes canceling a US-Italy business forum, signals a shift from being seen as a Trump ally to a more independent leader, testing the waters of confronting the former US president publicly.
Published: June 21, 2026 โข 1:34 PM IST ยท Updated: June 21, 2026 โข 2:36 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Synopsis Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has broken ranks with other G7 leaders by directly challenging Donald Trump.
Unlike her peers who often absorb his criticisms, Meloni has escalated, accusing him of lying and pandering.
This bold move, which includes canceling a US-Italy business forum, signals a shift from being seen as a Trump ally to a more independent leader, testing the waters of confronting the former US president publicly.