Meloni-Trump meeting possible at G7; first summit with Macron set for June 25

A potential bilateral meeting between Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and US President Donald Trump at the upcoming G7 summit is being considered, according to government sources. Such a meeting could signify a reconciliation, as Trump is reportedly understanding of Meloni's actions, including the blockade of US aircraft at Sigonella. Italian officials also note Meloni's attention to a potential US-Iran agreement, which would be a significant global achievement given the widespread impact of the ongoing conflict. The G7 summit, commencing Monday in Evian, France, will focus heavily on the potential US-Iran deal, which may be finalized in Geneva. Meanwhile, Meloni is set to hold a comprehensive meeting with French President Macron on June 25 in Antibes. This intergovernmental summit, a result of the 2021 Quirinal Treaty, has been rescheduled multiple times, suggesting potential friction between the French and Italian governments. Palazzo Chigi sources express irritation over delays in appointing a European mediator for the Ukraine crisis, with some believing Paris's actions inadvertently benefit Moscow. Meloni has shared this sentiment with various international counterparts, including the Polish Prime Minister.

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Perhaps they don't realize it, but in Paris, they are playing Moscow's game.