Social media is buzzing following a viral video from the G7 Summit that seemingly captured Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni reacting with disdain to the entrance of former U.S. President Donald Trump. The summit, which took place in Albany, Canada, convened leaders from major nations including the U.S., UK, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, India, Australia, and Brazil to deliberate on global economic and geopolitical matters.
In the widely circulated clip, French President Emmanuel Macron appears to lean in and whisper something to Meloni just as Trump enters the room. Meloni listens attentively, then turns sharply, smirking and rolling her eyes—a moment that online commentators quickly seized upon as a potential jab at Trump.
Numerous social media users interpreted her expression as derision towards Trump, with one remarking that it was the moment “the local clown entered the global room.” Others enthusiastically commented on Meloni’s noticeable eye-roll and facial expressions, injecting humor into what many perceived as a subtle political statement captured on film.
However, some observers have questioned this interpretation, suggesting that Meloni’s reaction may have been aimed at Macron rather than Trump. Given Meloni’s right-wing political stance, which aligns more closely with Trump’s than with Macron’s, many argued that she is ideologically more in sync with Trump. Comments flooded in asserting that she likely “hates Macron” and would be more inclined to concur with Trump on global policies.
As speculation persists, no official statement has been issued to clarify Meloni’s reaction. Nevertheless, the incident has ignited discussions regarding body language, political alliances, and the rapid influence of viral clips on public perception.
