Italian Prime Minister Challenges Trump's Account, Indicating Diplomatic Tension

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has publicly refuted claims made by US President Donald Trump regarding an interaction at the recent G7 summit. Meloni described Trump's comments as fabricated and criticized his perceived favoritism towards adversaries over allies. This public disagreement has reportedly led to the cancellation of an Italian Foreign Minister's visit to the US and a joint business conference, signaling a notable strain in diplomatic relations.