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Trump Hosts Italian Prime Minister Meloni at Mar-a-Lago Amid Diplomatic Tensions

President-elect Trump and Italian Prime Minister Meloni meet to discuss diplomatic relations and rising tensions with Iran over detained journalist Cecilia Sala.

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Updated: Jan 5th, 2025, 10:38 AM ET

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President-elect Donald Trump welcomed Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni to Mar-a-Lago. Their meeting addressed rising tensions between Italy and Iran regarding journalist Cecilia Sala's detention, and other global issues. Meloni's visit follows meetings with other leaders post-Trump's election victory, underscoring Italy's potential as a bridge between the U.S. and Europe. Trump praised Meloni's influence in Europe, reflecting a shared conservative agenda as they look toward strengthening U.S.-Italy relations.

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