At the Gaza Peace Summit in Sharm El-Sheikh, US President Donald Trump called Italian PM Giorgia Meloni “beautiful,” sparking attention amid his ongoing diplomatic visit.
Trump’s Remark at the Gaza Summit
During the Gaza Peace Summit in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, US President Donald Trump made a surprising comment about Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, the only woman leader on stage. Trump said, “You don’t mind being called beautiful, right? Because you are.”
He added that in the United States, calling a woman “beautiful” can be politically risky, joking, “If you use the word ‘beautiful’ in the United States about a woman, that’s the end of your political career, but I’ll take my chances.”
Meloni’s Response
- Meloni’s immediate reaction was not visible as Trump had his back to her during the comment.
- Later in the speech, Trump praised her political career, calling her “incredible” and a “very successful politician” who is highly respected in Italy.
- The comment came while Trump discussed his Middle East peace efforts alongside other world leaders at the summit.
Context and Public Reaction
- Meloni was the only female leader among nearly 30 leaders present on stage.
- Trump’s remark drew attention because of his history of controversial statements about women.
- Social media reacted with a mix of amusement and criticism, highlighting how informal moments sometimes overshadow formal diplomatic events.
