Donald Trump has turned on Giorgia Meloni over her reluctance to join the war on Iran and her defence of the Pope.

Trump publicly rebukes Italian PM Giorgia Meloni, accusing her of lacking courage on Iran, as Italy suspends its defense agreement with Israel.

The relationship between Trump and Meloni was typified by warm handshakes and even warmer words until the US leader did something considered by most Italians to be unthinkable: he criticised the pope.

(Repeats to additional subscribers) By Angelo Amante and Alvise Armellini ROME, April 14 (Reuters) - Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said on Tuesday her government had suspended a defence cooperation deal with Israel,

Tensions Rise Between Meloni and Trump In Milan, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was once seen as a key link between Europe and former US President Donald Trump. However, recent events suggest that this connection may be deteriorating.

Italy PM Giorgia Meloni hits back at Donald Trump over his criticism on Iran war stance, invoking US nuclear history. The exchange highlights growing tensions between the US and its allies.

Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni said it was too early to consider tapping Russian gas despite the Iran war driving up energy prices and squeezing supply.

Inappropriate. Ridiculous. Absurd. Visitors to the Vatican on Tuesday had some choice words for U.S. President Donald Trump after his harsh criticism of Pope Leo XIV for his calls to soften the rhetoric of war.