US President's Gaffe Sparks Backlash: Did Biden Misstep in Criticizing Italian Leader? In a surprise move, US President Joe Biden has sparked controversy after making a seemingly innocuous comment about Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at the recent G7 summit. During a press conference, Biden suggested that Meloni "begged" for a photo opportunity with world leaders, a remark that has left many questioning the US President's tact and diplomacy. As the two leaders have been working closely on key global issues, such as European security and economic cooperation, the comment has raised eyebrows and sparked a heated debate about the state of US-Italy relations. Will Biden's words have a lasting impact on the diplomatic ties between the two nations?


The US president earlier questioned Meloni's popularity after suggesting she "begged" for a photo at G7 summit