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Trump and Meloni Trade Sharp Public Barbs Over Italy's Role in Iran Campaign
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57% centerFirst reported by Ynet · 6 days ago
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What happened
Donald Trump publicly attacked Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Truth Social, accusing her of political opportunism and restricting U.S. use of Italian airfields. Meloni responded with a sharp rebuttal, calling his claims false and defending Italy's sovereignty, while the row led to the cancellation of a planned trip by Italy's foreign minister to Washington.
- 01Trump accused Meloni of seeking U.S. ties to boost her popularity.
- 02He claimed Italy blocked U.S. use of airfields in the Iran campaign.
- 03Meloni called Trump's accusations completely fabricated.
- 04She said Italy is sovereign and its base arrangements are covered by existing agreements.
- 05Italy's foreign minister canceled a Washington visit after the dispute.
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