Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has erupted in anger against US President Donald Trump, branding his repeated attacks on her as 'unprovoked' and 'senseless'. In a furious Instagram post, Meloni hit back after Trump alleged she 'begged' him for a photograph at last week's G7 summit in France and claimed she is 'doing poorly in Italy'.
Feud Escalates Between Right-Wing Leaders
The outburst marks the latest chapter in an escalating feud between two of the West's most prominent right-wing leaders. Trump has repeatedly asserted that Meloni sought him out for a photo opportunity at the summit, a claim she denies. On Saturday, Trump repeated the allegation without providing evidence and expressed frustration at her refusal to support US military action against Iran.
Meloni's Fiery Response
Meloni, known for her strong-willed leadership, took to Instagram to express her anger. She accused Trump of launching 'senseless attacks' and defended her record as prime minister. The post has since gone viral, drawing support from her allies and criticism from Trump's camp.
According to sources close to the Italian PM, she had grown tired of Trump's 'baseless' claims and decided to respond publicly. 'She felt it was necessary to set the record straight,' an aide said.
Impact on US-Italy Relations
The public spat threatens to strain relations between the US and Italy, two key NATO allies. Diplomatic observers warn that the feud could complicate cooperation on issues like trade and security. However, both leaders have shown no signs of backing down.
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