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Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni criticized President Trump for claiming she 'begged' for a photo at the G7 summit. A diplomat canceled a US trip in response to the remarks.

Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni criticized President Trump's claim that she 'begged' for a photo with him at the G7 summit. The Italian government condemned Trump's remarks, and a diplomat canceled a US trip in response.

Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni criticized President Trump for claiming she 'begged' for a photo with him during the G7 summit. The Italian government supported her response, and a diplomat canceled a US trip.

Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni criticized President Trump for claiming she 'begged' for a photo during the G7 summit. A diplomat canceled a US trip in response to Trump's remarks.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni accused U.S. President Donald Trump of making 'completely made-up' claims that she 'begged' for a photo at the G7 summit. Trump's remarks contradicted Meloni's assertion that their relationship remains strong, prompting backlash from Italian officials who called his comments offensive.

Italy’s top diplomat cancels a U.S. trip as Premier Giorgia Meloni criticizes U.S. President Donald Trump's claim that she 'begged' for a photo during the G7 meeting. The Italian government is pushing back against Trump's assertion.

Jacqueline Matwick and her family moved to Italy in 2024 seeking Italian citizenship by descent through her husband, but new citizenship laws rendered them ineligible, leaving them in legal limbo. They faced financial challenges in the US and had previously considered Arizona before moving to Italy.

A driver ploughed into crowds in an Italian city centre, causing serious injuries to casualties, before attempting to flee on foot. The incident resulted in multiple casualties with severe injuries. The driver's motives are currently unknown.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet Pope Leo at the Vatican to ease tensions after Donald Trump's criticisms. Rubio will also hold talks with the Italian government. The meeting aims to address strained relations between the Holy See and Washington.

Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet with Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican to discuss the situation, amidst President Trump's confrontations with the church and Italian government. The meeting is scheduled from Wednesday through Friday. Relations have soured due to President Trump's attacks.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is set to visit Rome this week to improve strained relations between the US and Italy, coinciding with the one-year anniversary of Pope Leo's papacy. The visit aims to address diplomatic tensions with the Italian government and the Vatican.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has endorsed a housing access plan as the country approaches a critical election. The proposal aims to address housing challenges, reflecting her government's focus on social policies ahead of the vote.

Karima El Mahroug, a model linked to Silvio Berlusconi's 'bunga bunga' parties, received a presidential pardon, reigniting political tensions and sparking a government crisis in Italy. The pardon has drawn public and political backlash, highlighting ethical concerns and legal controversies.

Sabrina Crawford, a US-born woman, was denied Italian citizenship after Giorgia Meloni's government amended the law to restrict eligibility to those with direct ancestral ties. The 2025 rule change blocks access for Americans and children of immigrants born in Italy who previously qualified through distant ancestry.

Italy's far-right government, led by Giorgia Meloni, proposes a controversial voluntary repatriation scheme where lawyers receive bonuses for convincing immigrant clients to return home. The plan, compared to a 'wild west-style bounty,' is part of a new security bill awaiting final parliamentary approval.

Giorgia Meloni faced a significant political setback in Italy following her failed referendum gamble, which signals increasing public discontent with her government's policies and leadership.