Giorgia Meloni disputes Trumps claim that she asked for a photo

June 19, 2026 • Google News World

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has denied making a request for a photo with former US President Donald Trump at the G7 summit. According to reports, Trump had claimed that Meloni “totally fabricated” her claim of begging him for a photo.

Meloni’s office released a statement saying she did not make such a request. The Italian Prime Minister was attending the G7 summit in Italy alongside other world leaders, including Trump.

The incident has sparked controversy, with some media outlets reporting on the alleged exchange between Meloni and Trump. However, no further details have been provided about the nature of their meeting or any subsequent interactions.

Meloni’s office has declined to comment further on the matter, citing a lack of information. The Italian Prime Minister has not publicly addressed the issue in recent days.

It is unclear what prompted Trump’s comments about Meloni’s request for a photo. The former US President had made similar claims about other world leaders during his presidency.

The incident highlights the complexities of international diplomacy and the challenges of navigating public statements from high-profile figures.

Source: Google News World