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Trump’s latest online jab at Italian PM Giorgia Meloni—calling for a “restraining order” and posting a photo of her looking up at him—ignites fresh tension ahead of their NATO summit meeting. Meloni, who’s accused Trump of “senseless” attacks, hasn’t yet responded, while Italy’s defense minister urges calm to preserve U.S. ties. Meanwhile, opposition leaders slam Trump as a “cheap bully.” Their feud, once rooted in mutual admiration—Meloni even attended Trump’s 2025 inauguration—has soured after she criticized his remarks about the Pope, prompting Trump to accuse her of lacking courage and even claim she “begged” for a photo. Meloni denies the claims, calling his behavior toward allies shocking, and counters that being his friend hasn’t boosted her popularity—her true measure, she says, is defending Italy’s interests.

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