Italy's Meloni says Trump 'made up' story that she 'begged' him for photo at G7
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has publicly denied claims by Donald Trump that she 'begged' him for a photo at the G7 summit. The dispute has caused diplomatic friction, with Italy's foreign minister canceling a planned trip to the US.
Why it matters
The public spat highlights the fragility of diplomatic relations between the US and its European allies under current political leadership.
Figure caption, Neither I nor Italy ever beg : Meloni on Trump after false anecdote
The article reports on a conflict between two political figures by presenting both sides' perspectives.
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