A scheduled visit by Italian Foreign Minister Tajani to the United States has been canceled following controversial remarks by Donald Trump. During an interview with the Italian broadcaster La7, Trump claimed that Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni "begged" to take a photo with him during the G7 summit. Meloni responded via video, expressing bewilderment and firmly stating that neither she nor Italy ever beg. Foreign Minister Tajani described Trump's comments as serious and insulting to both the Prime Minister and the nation. This diplomatic rift marks a significant decline in relations between the two allies. The tension follows a pattern of Trump making critical remarks about other allies and religious leaders. Consequently, the official diplomatic meetings planned for Monday and Tuesday are now off the table.