Meloni's spat with Trump is calculated strategy to boost her approval ratings: expert

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's public feud with President Donald Trump is described by analysts as a strategic move to enhance her domestic and international standing ahead of Italy's 2027 general election. The dispute escalated after Trump claimed Meloni 'begged' for a photo at the G7, prompting Meloni to deny the accusation and assert Italy's national interests, while experts suggested the confrontation could yield political benefits despite declining approval ratings.