Social media is abuzz after a viral video from the G7 Summit seemingly captured Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni reacting with disdain to former U.S. President Donald Trump’s entrance. The summit, held in Albany, Canada, brought together leaders from major countries including the U.S., UK, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, India, Australia, and Brazil to discuss global economic and geopolitical issues.
In the widely shared clip, French President Emmanuel Macron appears to lean in and whisper something to Meloni, just as Trump walks into the room. Meloni listens, then turns abruptly, smirking and rolling her eyes—a moment quickly seized upon by online commentators as a possible dig at Trump.
Many social media users interpreted her expression as mockery toward Trump, with one calling it the moment “the local clown entered the global room.” Others commented enthusiastically on Meloni’s apparent eye-roll and facial expressions, adding humor to what many saw as a subtle political statement caught on camera.
However, some observers questioned this interpretation, suggesting Meloni’s reaction might have been directed at Macron rather than Trump. Given Meloni’s right-wing political alignment, similar to Trump’s, many argued she is more ideologically aligned with him than with Macron. Comments poured in stating that she likely “hates Macron” and would be more inclined to agree with Trump on global policies.
As speculation continues, no official statement has been made to clarify Meloni’s reaction. The moment has nonetheless sparked debate about body language, political alliances, and how viral clips can shift public perception rapidly.