Meloni emphasizes maintaining US-Italy relations despite clash with Trump
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Giorgia Meloni, Donald Trump
Rome, Italy
June 22, 2026
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Meloni denies Trump's claim about photo op request. Stresses that the rift must not impact government relations with the US. Invites ministers to Independence Day reception.
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