President Donald Trump has intensified diplomatic tensions with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni following a heated exchange at a NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey.During a traditional family photo session, Trump deliberately walked past Meloni without acknowledging her, sparking immediate outrage.

This incident marks a significant deterioration in their previously cordial relationship, which had been strained since their clash at the G7 Summit in France.Trump claimed Meloni had 'begged' for a photo, a statement Meloni vehemently denied, accusing him of undermining Western allies.

The feud escalated as Trump threatened to withdraw US troops from Italy over perceived slights, while Meloni criticized his focus on adversaries rather than allies.Their rivalry, rooted in a military standoff over US warplane access to Italian bases, highlights broader geopolitical tensions.

The incident underscores the fragility of international alliances and the personal dynamics between world leaders, with both sides accusing each other of hypocrisy and betrayal.The fallout could have lasting implications for transatlantic relations and NATO cohesion.