Macron hosts Meloni for Riviera talks after Trump rift
French President Emmanuel Macron and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met in Antibes to strengthen bilateral ties and discuss strategic cooperation. The summit aims to improve relations between the two European leaders despite their differing political backgrounds.
Why it matters
Strengthening the Franco-Italian alliance is crucial for European stability, particularly regarding defense and energy policy.
Italy s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, fresh from a spat with U.S. leader Donald Trump, on Thursday (June 25, 2026) met French President Emmanuel Macron to build on a nascent rapprochement and tighten ties.
The article provides a balanced account of diplomatic efforts between two leaders with different political ideologies.
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