Trump says his relationship with Meloni is very good

The president of Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, said on Friday that he maintains a "very good" relationship with the prime minister of Italy, Giorgia Meloni, after months of tensions and provocations. Asked by journalists about criticism of the prime minister, Trump responded: "I've always liked her." The speech signals an attempt to alleviate diplomatic attrition between the two countries.

The statement comes after months of tension between the two leaders, marked by disagreements over the war involving Estados Unidos, Israel and Iran and Trump’s criticism of Pope Leo XIV. The friction gained public contours in April, when Meloni took firm positions against U.S. stocks in the Oriente Médio and defended the pontiff.

War and criticism of the pope have generated friction

In April, Trump reacted harshly to the Italian leader’s positions, who called the conflict a violation of international law, denied the use of a US military base in Sicily in operations on the Oriente Médio and called the Republican’s criticism of the pontiff “unacceptable.” Meloni’s stance directly contradicted Washington’s strategy in the region.

The US leader said he was “shocked” by Meloni’s stance and said: “I thought she had the courage, but I was wrong. She’s very different than I imagined.” The harsh words revealed the depth of the disagreement between the two governments.

The U.S. president also called the prime minister's position "unacceptable" and accused her of showing no concern about the risk of Iran obtaining nuclear weapons. The prosecution added an international security component to the bilateral crisis.

Trump's reaction in April was harsh

Tensions between Rome and Washington were not limited to the rhetorical field. Meloni's refusal to allow the use of the Sigonella base in Sicily for military operations on Oriente Médio represented a practical obstacle to American plans. The decision was seen as a sign of Italian independence from the transatlantic alliance.

In addition, Pope Leo XIV’s defense of Meloni touched on a sensitive point for Trump, who had made public criticism of the leader of the Catholic Church. The prime minister, a practicing Catholic, called the US president's comments "unacceptable", raising the tone of the confrontation.

The source did not detail the exact content of Trump's criticism of the pope, but the episode contributed to the cooling of the relationship between the leaders. Meloni’s response was interpreted as a defense of Italy’s traditional religious and diplomatic values.

Current Statement seeks rapprochement

The new statement by Trump, stating that he “always liked her,” contrasts with earlier accusations that Meloni had no courage. The conciliatory tone may indicate an attempt to reopen channels of dialogue with Italy, an important ally in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).

Political analysts heard by the report, although not cited nominally in the claims, suggest that the change in posture may be related to strategic interests of the Estados Unidos in Europe. Italy is a relevant trading partner and headquarters of US military bases.

The source did not elaborate on whether there was direct contact between Trump and Meloni prior to Friday’s statement. No plans for a bilateral meeting were also announced in the coming months.

Impact on International Politics

The relationship between Estados Unidos and Italy is reflected in NATO cohesion and European defence policy. The disagreement between Trump and Meloni has raised concerns among European allies, who fear internal divisions in the Western bloc.

Meloni’s stance on the war on the Oriente Médio and Iran put him on a collision course with Washington, but also reinforced his image as a sovereign leader before the Italian electorate. Trump’s statement can be seen as a recognition of this political force.

For the Brazilian reader, the episode illustrates how relations between major powers can oscillate rapidly, affecting global markets and alliances. Brazil, as a trading partner of both the US and Italy, is closely monitoring the developments.

What to expect from the next steps

So far, there is no information about an official response by Meloni to Trump’s statement. The Italian prime minister has been silent on the matter, the source said.

The expectation is that the next international meetings, such as G7 or NATO summits, can serve as a stage for a formal rapprochement. However, the underlying differences on war and nuclear policy remain without apparent solution.

The Boca no Trombone portal will continue to track the developments in this relationship and will bring updates once new information is confirmed.

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