Meloni’s spat with Donald Trump shows Italy's readiness to risk a bigger fight
- Posted on June 21, 2026
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Meloni’s spat with Donald Trump shows Italy's readiness to risk a bigger fight
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.
