Sunak in his G7 speech went on to discuss how the debate in Europe over immigration is evolving and how it's time to reevaluate what makes a safe nation. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called for a "global emergency" in his speech during the G7 conference, coinciding with the leaders' announcement of a new strategy to address the underlying causes of migration.

G7: Sunak calls migration a global emergency as leaders discuss ways to combat human smuggling

Right-wing Premier Giorgia Meloni of Italy, the country hosting the summit, has made migration a top priority. She wants to see more money and support given to African countries in order to lessen the strain that migration is putting on Europe.

G7 Summit Italy: Italian PM Meloni seeks to reduce migratory pressure on Europe

The world leaders met in several different settings during the just finished G7 summit in Italy, but the most notable exchanges were those between French President Emmanuel Macron and Italian Prime Minister Georgia Meloni when they took their different stands on abortion laws.

G7 Summit Italy: Meloni-Macron clash at G7 summit | Cold stares and sniping at summit

At the just concluded G7 summit, there were many meetings that the world leaders had with each other in Italy but the most eye catching among them have been interactions between Italian Prime Minister Georgia Meloni and France President Emmanuel Macron. Watch the video to know more.

Meloni-Macron clash at G7 summit on Macron's use of 'safe & legal abortion' phrase

<p>21In an adorable moment from the Group of Seven, G7 summit, the leaders gathered together on Friday (June 14) to sing a Happy Birthday song for German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.</p>

<p>Ahead of the resumption of meetings on the summit's second day, United States President Joe Biden called on the leaders to sing for Scholz saying it was the Biden family's tradition.</p>

<p>"It's a tradition of the Biden family, you've got to sing Happy Birthday on the birthday."</p>

<p>Leaders including Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau broke into song, to Scholz's surprise who could be seen beaming with joy throughout the celebration.</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/g7-summit-glad-my-first-visit-in-3rd-term-is-to-italy-says-pm-modi-731476">Also read: G7 Summit: 'Glad my first visit in 3rd term is to Italy', says PM Modi</a></p>

<h2><strong>Italy PM Giorgia Meloni prefers Namaste over handshake, greets leaders with folded hands</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, another moment that went viral from the G7 Summit on Thursday (June 13) in Italy's Apulia was when Italian PM Meloni greeted several leaders during the summit with a 'Namaste' gesture.</p>

<p>In the pictures and videos that went viral on social media, Meloni can be seen greeting President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz with folded hands.</p>

<p>Several Indian netizens expressed joy over Meloni accepting and preferring the Indian way of greeting people instead of a handshake.</p>

<p>One of the social media users quipped, "Meloni Namaste karna sikh gayi" (Meloni learnt the Namaste gesture).</p>

<p>The netizens also expressed excitement over Meloni and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting as the cheerful friendliness between the two leaders had sparked a social media frenzy in the past as well.</p>

<p>Some netizens believed that this was "Modi's magic". A user wrote, "Eagerly waiting for Modi and Meloni to come together."</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


21In an adorable moment from the Group of Seven, G7 summit, the leaders gathered together on Friday (June 14) to sing a Happy Birthday song for German Chancellor Olaf Scholz.

21In an adorable moment from the Group of Seven, G7 summit, the leaders gathered together on Friday (June 14) to sing a Happy Birthday song for German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. Ahead of the resumption of meetings on the summit's second day, United States President Joe Biden called on the leaders to sing for Scholz saying it was the Biden family's tradition. "It's a tradition of the Biden family, you've got to sing Happy Birthday on the birthday." Leaders including Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, French President Emmanuel Macron, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau broke into song, to Scholz's surprise who could be seen beaming with joy throughout the celebration. × Also read: G7 Summit: 'Glad my first visit in 3rd term is to Italy', says PM Modi Italy PM Giorgia Meloni prefers Namaste over handshake, greets leaders with folded hands Meanwhile, another moment that went viral from the G7 Summit on Thursday (June 13) in Italy's Apulia was when Italian PM Meloni greeted several leaders during the summit with a 'Namaste' gesture. In the pictures and videos that went viral on social media, Meloni can be seen greeting President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz with folded hands. Several Indian netizens expressed joy over Meloni accepting and preferring the Indian way of greeting people instead of a handshake. One of the social media users quipped, "Meloni Namaste karna sikh gayi" (Meloni learnt the Namaste gesture). The netizens also expressed excitement over Meloni and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi's meeting as the cheerful friendliness between the two leaders had sparked a social media frenzy in the past as well. Some netizens believed that this was "Modi's magic". A user wrote, "Eagerly waiting for Modi and Meloni to come together." (With inputs from agencies)

Watch: G7 leaders sing 'Happy Birthday' to German Chancellor Olaf Scholz

Leaders of advanced economies are gearing up for the annual G7 meeting in Italy. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is amongst the attendees who has reached Italy to participate in the 50th G7 Summit. He will likely meet US President Joe Biden and Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.

G7 Summit Italy: PM Modi to hold bilateral talks with world leaders; what's on his agenda?

<p>Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to attend the summit of the Group of Seven, known as G7, in Italy's Apulia region.</p>

<p>In his departure statement ahead of his visit, PM Modi said that&nbsp;he was glad that his first foreign visit after assuming office for the third consecutive term was to Italy.</p>

<p>"At the invitation of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, I am travelling to the Apulia region in Italy to participate in the G7 Outreach Summit on 14 June 2024. I am glad that my first visit in the third consecutive term is to Italy for the G-7 Summit," read the statement.</p>

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<p>PM Modi is travelling to Italy's Apulia region to take part in the G7 Outreach Summit on June 14 at his Italian counterpart Meloni's invitation.</p>

<p>In the statement, he said that the G7 Outreach Summit would provide an opportunity to deliberate on critical issues for the Global South.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It will be an opportunity to bring greater synergy between the outcomes of the G20 Summit held under India's Presidency and the forthcoming G7 Summit, and deliberate on issues which are crucial for the Global South," he said.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/g7-summit-italy-pm-giorgia-meloni-prefers-namaste-over-handshake-greets-leaders-with-folded-hands-731501"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;G7 Summit: Italy PM Giorgia Meloni prefers Namaste over handshake, greets leaders with folded hands</strong></a></p>

<p>He further said that he was looking forward to meeting the other leaders who were participating in the summit.</p>

<p>"I warmly recall my visit to Italy for the G20 Summit in 2021. Prime Minister Meloni's two visits to India last year were instrumental in infusing momentum and depth in our bilateral agenda. We remain committed to consolidate the India-Italy strategic partnership, and bolster cooperation in the Indo-Pacific and the Mediterranean regions," he added.</p>

<p>The statement further highlighted that the discussions at the Outreach session will focus on artificial intelligence, energy, Africa, and the Mediterranean.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Review of bilateral relations&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>PM Modi and Italian PM Meloni are expected to meet on the sidelines of the summit and review their bilateral relations to chart a course for future collaboration. &nbsp;</p>

<p>India's participation in the G7 has evolved over time and is reflecting its growing economic and geopolitical significance. While India is not a member of the G7, it has been invited to participate in several G7 summits as a guest country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This is India's eleventh participation in a G7 summit and PM Modi's fifth consecutive attendance. On June 14, PM Modi will participate in the outreach session alongside other invited countries.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to attend the summit of the Group of Seven, known as G7, in Italy's Apulia region. In his departure statement ahead of his visit, PM Modi said that he was glad that his first foreign visit after assuming office for the third consecutive term was to Italy.

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is all set to attend the summit of the Group of Seven, known as G7, in Italy's Apulia region. In his departure statement ahead of his visit, PM Modi said that he was glad that his first foreign visit after assuming office for the third consecutive term was to Italy. "At the invitation of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, I am travelling to the Apulia region in Italy to participate in the G7 Outreach Summit on 14 June 2024. I am glad that my first visit in the third consecutive term is to Italy for the G-7 Summit," read the statement. At the invitation of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, I am travelling to Apulia region in Italy to participate in the G7 Outreach Summit on 14 June 2024. I am glad that my first visit in the third consecutive term is to Italy for the G-7 Summit...During the discussions at the… pic.twitter.com/4g8dA6U0nP — ANI (@ANI) June 13, 2024 × PM Modi is travelling to Italy's Apulia region to take part in the G7 Outreach Summit on June 14 at his Italian counterpart Meloni's invitation. In the statement, he said that the G7 Outreach Summit would provide an opportunity to deliberate on critical issues for the Global South. "It will be an opportunity to bring greater synergy between the outcomes of the G20 Summit held under India's Presidency and the forthcoming G7 Summit, and deliberate on issues which are crucial for the Global South," he said. Also read: G7 Summit: Italy PM Giorgia Meloni prefers Namaste over handshake, greets leaders with folded hands He further said that he was looking forward to meeting the other leaders who were participating in the summit. "I warmly recall my visit to Italy for the G20 Summit in 2021. Prime Minister Meloni's two visits to India last year were instrumental in infusing momentum and depth in our bilateral agenda. We remain committed to consolidate the India-Italy strategic partnership, and bolster cooperation in the Indo-Pacific and the Mediterranean regions," he added. The statement further highlighted that the discussions at the Outreach session will focus on artificial intelligence, energy, Africa, and the Mediterranean. Review of bilateral relations PM Modi and Italian PM Meloni are expected to meet on the sidelines of the summit and review their bilateral relations to chart a course for future collaboration. India's participation in the G7 has evolved over time and is reflecting its growing economic and geopolitical significance. While India is not a member of the G7, it has been invited to participate in several G7 summits as a guest country. This is India's eleventh participation in a G7 summit and PM Modi's fifth consecutive attendance. On June 14, PM Modi will participate in the outreach session alongside other invited countries. (With inputs from agencies)

G7 Summit: 'Glad my first visit in 3rd term is to Italy', says PM Modi

<p>Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's far-right party secured the majority of votes and emerged victorious in the European parliamentary election, depicted the early trends on Monday (June 10).</p>

<p>"Thank you," Meloni said. "It seems that the Italian system is, so to speak, again, becoming a bipolar system. It's good news."</p>

<p>As per the projected forecasts based on the early count, Meloni's party Brothers of Italy polled 28 per cent of votes, demonstrating a sharp rise from its performance in the previous EU election in the year 2019 and also surpassing the 26 per cent she received during the September 2022 national elections, when the party rose to power.</p>

<p>Taking to her official X account, she thanked the voters as she posted a picture flashing the victory symbol.</p>

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<p>The second in the list was the opposition centre-left Democratic Party, which secured 23.7 per cent with another opposition group, the 5-Star Movement, with 10.5 per cent.</p>

<p>The EU ballot showed that Meloni's ruling coalition, which comprised of parties that go on from the centre-right to the far right of the political scope,&nbsp;witnessed its support shoot up to over 46 per cent from less than 43 per cent in the year 2022.</p>

<p>"I think this vote is certainly going to strengthen the government," said Licia Ronzulli, a senator with the ruling coalition Forza Italia party.</p>

<p>Forza Italia, founded by the late Silvio Berlusconi, stood up fourth in the list as it secured 10 per cent.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-modi-dials-italian-counterpart-meloni-thanks-her-for-invite-to-g7-summit-outreach-session-715002"><strong>Also read:&nbsp;PM Modi dials Italian counterpart Meloni, thanks her for invite to G7 Summit Outreach Session</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>Macron calls snap elections in France</strong></h2>

<p>Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday (Jun 9) announced that he was dissolving the parliament after the far-right defeated his centrist alliance in EU polls. Macron called snap legislative elections on June 30 and July 7.</p>

<p>Macron said that he can't pretend nothing has happened and that the outcome of the EU election is "not a good result for parties who defend Europe". He added the rise of nationalists was a danger for France and Europe.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The National Rally (RN) party inflicted a heavy defeat on Macron's camp. It scored over double the number of votes of the head of state's centrist alliance, projections indicated.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Projections published by several polling firms showed that the RN's list, led by Jordan Bardella, gained between 32.3 and 33 per cent of the vote compared with 14.8 to 15.2 per cent for Macron's alliance, which was led by his Renaissance party.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Far right parties... are progressing everywhere in the continent. It is a situation to which I cannot resign myself," Macron said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I decided to give you the choice... Therefore I will dissolve the National Assembly tonight.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"This decision is serious and heavy but it is an act of confidence. Confidence in you, dear compatriots, and in the capacity of the French people to make the best choice for itself and future generations."&nbsp;</p>

<p>German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's coalition also suffered a defeat as all three parties in his government are trailing the conservatives and the far right, according to preliminary results.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's far-right party secured the majority of votes and emerged victorious in the European parliamentary election, depicted the early trends on Monday (June 10).

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's far-right party secured the majority of votes and emerged victorious in the European parliamentary election, depicted the early trends on Monday (June 10). "Thank you," Meloni said. "It seems that the Italian system is, so to speak, again, becoming a bipolar system. It's good news." As per the projected forecasts based on the early count, Meloni's party Brothers of Italy polled 28 per cent of votes, demonstrating a sharp rise from its performance in the previous EU election in the year 2019 and also surpassing the 26 per cent she received during the September 2022 national elections, when the party rose to power. Taking to her official X account, she thanked the voters as she posted a picture flashing the victory symbol. GRAZIE! 🇮🇹@FratellidItalia si conferma primo partito italiano, superando il risultato delle scorse elezioni politiche. pic.twitter.com/uYHHm4Nm6S — Giorgia Meloni (@GiorgiaMeloni) June 9, 2024 × The second in the list was the opposition centre-left Democratic Party, which secured 23.7 per cent with another opposition group, the 5-Star Movement, with 10.5 per cent. The EU ballot showed that Meloni's ruling coalition, which comprised of parties that go on from the centre-right to the far right of the political scope, witnessed its support shoot up to over 46 per cent from less than 43 per cent in the year 2022. "I think this vote is certainly going to strengthen the government," said Licia Ronzulli, a senator with the ruling coalition Forza Italia party. Forza Italia, founded by the late Silvio Berlusconi, stood up fourth in the list as it secured 10 per cent. Also read: PM Modi dials Italian counterpart Meloni, thanks her for invite to G7 Summit Outreach Session Macron calls snap elections in France Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday (Jun 9) announced that he was dissolving the parliament after the far-right defeated his centrist alliance in EU polls. Macron called snap legislative elections on June 30 and July 7. Macron said that he can't pretend nothing has happened and that the outcome of the EU election is "not a good result for parties who defend Europe". He added the rise of nationalists was a danger for France and Europe. The National Rally (RN) party inflicted a heavy defeat on Macron's camp. It scored over double the number of votes of the head of state's centrist alliance, projections indicated. Projections published by several polling firms showed that the RN's list, led by Jordan Bardella, gained between 32.3 and 33 per cent of the vote compared with 14.8 to 15.2 per cent for Macron's alliance, which was led by his Renaissance party. "Far right parties... are progressing everywhere in the continent. It is a situation to which I cannot resign myself," Macron said. "I decided to give you the choice... Therefore I will dissolve the National Assembly tonight. "This decision is serious and heavy but it is an act of confidence. Confidence in you, dear compatriots, and in the capacity of the French people to make the best choice for itself and future generations." German Chancellor Olaf Scholz's coalition also suffered a defeat as all three parties in his government are trailing the conservatives and the far right, according to preliminary results. (With inputs from agencies)

Italy's PM Giorgia Meloni secures decisive victory in EU vote

A centre-left Italian parliamentarian confronted Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Wednesday (June 5) during her visit to Albania. Riccardo Magi, from the More Europe party, walked towards Meloni's motorcade as she was leaving a meeting with her Albanian counterpart, Edi Rama.

Italian lawmaker confronts PM Meloni during her visit to Albania

Italian lawmaker confronts PM Meloni in Albania

Construction workers in Albania are working hard to transform a former military air base into an Italian-run migrant centre as Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni visits for a progress-check.

Italy's Meloni visit Albania: Italy-run immigrant detention camp on agenda

Indian PM Modi received an invitation for the G7 Summit scheduled to be held in June over a phone call. Italy PM Meloni held a telephone conversation with Modi on the 79th anniversary of Liberation Day. Watch this video for all details.

Indian PM Modi receives invite from Italy's PM Meloni for G7 Summit in June

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<p>An Italian court has approved a new defamation lawsuit filed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni against a historian who referred to her as a "neo-Nazi at heart".</p>

<p>Luciano Canfora, an 81-year-old leftist classicist, made the statement during a school debate in Bari, Italy, in April 2022, prior to Meloni assuming office following a big electoral victory by her party, Brothers of Italy. The trial is scheduled to begin on October 7.</p>

<h2><strong>Past instances</strong></h2>

<p>Previously, Meloni successfully sued journalist Roberto Saviano for slamming&nbsp;her immigration policies in December 2020, resulting in a suspended fine of $1,063.</p>

<p>She has also filed a lawsuit against the lead singer of the British rock band Placebo for calling&nbsp;her&nbsp;"racist" and "fascist" during a performance in Italy in July 2023.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/giorgia-meloni-sues-father-son-duo-aged-40-and-73-over-pornographic-deepfake-seeks-eu100000-in-damages-702610">Also read |&nbsp;Giorgia Meloni sues father-son duo over pornographic deepfake</a></p>

<p>Meloni shared a video of Canfora's remarks on Facebook, condemning them as "unacceptable" and akin to "propaganda" targeted at young students.</p>

<p>In anticipation of the court hearing in Bari, Canfora, a former professor renowned in Italy for his expertise in Greek and Latin philology, remained steadfast in his position. He explained that by using the term "neo-Nazi," he intended to evoke certain ideological tendencies rather than directly accusing Meloni of criminal actions.</p>

<p>Canfora pointed to Meloni's own words in her autobiography, where she acknowledged aligning herself with post-war far-right figures like Giorgio Almirante, a co-founder of the now-defunct Italian Social Movement (MSI) and a supporter of Benito Mussolini's Fascist regime.</p>

<p><strong>Also watch |&nbsp;Artificial intelligence to be key G7 issue for Italy: Giorgia Meloni</strong></p>

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<p>Despite this, Meloni stated upon assuming office that she never supported undemocratic regimes, including Fascism.</p>

<p>Many&nbsp;Italian and foreign intellectuals have rallied behind Canfora, with publications like the French newspaper Liberation organising a petition in his support.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


An Italian court has approved a new defamation lawsuit filed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni against a historian who referred to her as a "neo-Nazi at heart". Luciano Canfora, an 81-year-old leftist classicist, made the statement during a school debate in Bari, Italy, in April 2022, prior to Meloni assuming office following a big electoral victory by her party, Brothers of Italy.

An Italian court has approved a new defamation lawsuit filed by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni against a historian who referred to her as a "neo-Nazi at heart". Luciano Canfora, an 81-year-old leftist classicist, made the statement during a school debate in Bari, Italy, in April 2022, prior to Meloni assuming office following a big electoral victory by her party, Brothers of Italy. The trial is scheduled to begin on October 7. Past instances Previously, Meloni successfully sued journalist Roberto Saviano for slamming her immigration policies in December 2020, resulting in a suspended fine of $1,063. She has also filed a lawsuit against the lead singer of the British rock band Placebo for calling her "racist" and "fascist" during a performance in Italy in July 2023. Also read | Giorgia Meloni sues father-son duo over pornographic deepfake Meloni shared a video of Canfora's remarks on Facebook, condemning them as "unacceptable" and akin to "propaganda" targeted at young students. In anticipation of the court hearing in Bari, Canfora, a former professor renowned in Italy for his expertise in Greek and Latin philology, remained steadfast in his position. He explained that by using the term "neo-Nazi," he intended to evoke certain ideological tendencies rather than directly accusing Meloni of criminal actions. Canfora pointed to Meloni's own words in her autobiography, where she acknowledged aligning herself with post-war far-right figures like Giorgio Almirante, a co-founder of the now-defunct Italian Social Movement (MSI) and a supporter of Benito Mussolini's Fascist regime. Also watch | Artificial intelligence to be key G7 issue for Italy: Giorgia Meloni Despite this, Meloni stated upon assuming office that she never supported undemocratic regimes, including Fascism. Many Italian and foreign intellectuals have rallied behind Canfora, with publications like the French newspaper Liberation organising a petition in his support. (With inputs from agencies)

Italy PM Giorgia Meloni sues historian for calling her ‘neo-Nazi at heart’

<p>Giorgio Armani says it no like no other designer of his repute. One fashion man who steers clear of politics and only loves talking about his work, was recently asked what he felt about Italian Prime Minister Giorgia&nbsp;Meloni for her “far-right policies”. He gave a very aesthetically pleasing answer, a balanced one that made no inhibitions of not walking into a political trap of taking sides.&nbsp;</p>

<p>This so happened on the sidelines of Milan Fashion Week as he was closing the show on February 25.</p>

<h2><strong>What unfolded?</strong></h2>

<p>That’s when a journalist asked him about the government in place in Italy, asking for a direct comment on Meloni. Giorgio Armani being himself said, “Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has two important elements in her body that are quite robust, she doesn’t have them but it’s as if she had them. On the politics and strategies that her government puts in place I am not so knowledgeable, it bothers me sometimes to see her so small and petite in Europe among so many statuesque and elegant gentlemen, she’s there in her little jacket, but she has a beautiful face.”</p>

<p>At the Milan Fashion Week, he was presenting his newest creations for Fall Winter 2024/2025. He called it the “Winter Flowers.” On the approach for the same, he said, “There are no flowers in the winter, I invented them.”</p>

<p>“When I create my designs I always think of women who can be encountered anywhere and not between intellectual and sexual excitements. I think of women who are coherent to their face. In the beginning, there were the young people of Carnaby Street and I didn’t like that fashion, so I chose to go a step ahead and put men and women in my jackets. Kind of like what I do now, no more women going around town in their underwear.”&nbsp;</p>

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<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/lifestyle/news-jk-rowling-calls-out-sky-news-for-calling-transgender-a-woman-sick-of-this-shit-694264">JK Rowling calls out TV channel for addressing transgender as a woman: 'Sick of this s**t'</a></p>


Giorgio Armani says it no like no other designer of his repute. One fashion man who steers clear of politics and only loves talking about his work, was recently asked what he felt about Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni for her “far-right policies”.

Giorgio Armani says it no like no other designer of his repute. One fashion man who steers clear of politics and only loves talking about his work, was recently asked what he felt about Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni for her “far-right policies”. He gave a very aesthetically pleasing answer, a balanced one that made no inhibitions of not walking into a political trap of taking sides. This so happened on the sidelines of Milan Fashion Week as he was closing the show on February 25. What unfolded? That’s when a journalist asked him about the government in place in Italy, asking for a direct comment on Meloni. Giorgio Armani being himself said, “Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has two important elements in her body that are quite robust, she doesn’t have them but it’s as if she had them. On the politics and strategies that her government puts in place I am not so knowledgeable, it bothers me sometimes to see her so small and petite in Europe among so many statuesque and elegant gentlemen, she’s there in her little jacket, but she has a beautiful face.” At the Milan Fashion Week, he was presenting his newest creations for Fall Winter 2024/2025. He called it the “Winter Flowers.” On the approach for the same, he said, “There are no flowers in the winter, I invented them.” “When I create my designs I always think of women who can be encountered anywhere and not between intellectual and sexual excitements. I think of women who are coherent to their face. In the beginning, there were the young people of Carnaby Street and I didn’t like that fashion, so I chose to go a step ahead and put men and women in my jackets. Kind of like what I do now, no more women going around town in their underwear.” Also read: Bridgerton actress Charithra Chandran to produce reality show based on Kama Sutra JK Rowling calls out TV channel for addressing transgender as a woman: 'Sick of this s**t'

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<p>Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Tuesday night (Jan 30) called her Hungarian counterpart Viktor Orban to express concerns over the mistreatment of a woman from Milan who faces 11 years in prison. Meloni's phone call came hours after the Hungarian ambassador to Italy was summoned to the foreign ministry in Rome.</p>

<p>Images of Ilaria Salis, 39, chained and cuffed by the Hungarian authorities during a court hearing went viral on Italian social media platforms, inviting criticism for the inhumane treatment meted her way. Several front-page headline stories in Italian media carried the image and questioned the Meloni government for keeping mum on the issue.</p>

<p>Giuseppe Conte, leader of Italy’s opposition Five Star Movement also attacked Meloni and said: "An Italian in chains, tied hand and foot in Hungary."</p>

<p>"Giorgia Meloni, we don’t care that Orbán is a dear friend of yours. We need to act with the utmost determination and raise our voices," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Salis was arrested in the capital city of Budapest in February last year during a&nbsp;counter-demonstration against a neo-Nazi rally. She has been charged with&nbsp;conspiracy to commit assault causing grievous bodily harm.</p>

<p>While she has pleaded not guilty, the prosecutors claim that she came to Hungary to&nbsp;"carry out rapid attacks which could cause serious injury against people believed to be far-right".&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>Meloni's diplomatic challenge&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>The case is a test of Meloni's diplomatic acumen. She has warm relations with Orban and the case threatens to generate friction between the two leaders.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Italian foreign minister Antonio Tajani condemned&nbsp;Salis' treatment and said Hungary may have gone "too far" in the case.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“This time it seems to me it has gone too far. Treating a prisoner in that way really seems inappropriate, not in tune with our legal culture,"&nbsp;Tajani told RAI radio</p>

<p>“We are in the European Union and there are citizens’ rights that must be respected,” the minister added.</p>

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<p>Meanwhile, the Hungarian prison service has pushed back against the allegations that Salis was intentionally being held in a cell "full of rats and insects". The prison authorities said&nbsp;"hygiene checks are constantly carried out in the institutions and prisoners receive proper medical care".</p>

<p>"The presence of rats is a lie and prisons meet high hygiene standards," it added.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Tuesday night (Jan 30) called her Hungarian counterpart Viktor Orban to express concerns over the mistreatment of a woman from Milan who faces 11 years in prison.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Tuesday night (Jan 30) called her Hungarian counterpart Viktor Orban to express concerns over the mistreatment of a woman from Milan who faces 11 years in prison. Meloni's phone call came hours after the Hungarian ambassador to Italy was summoned to the foreign ministry in Rome. Images of Ilaria Salis, 39, chained and cuffed by the Hungarian authorities during a court hearing went viral on Italian social media platforms, inviting criticism for the inhumane treatment meted her way. Several front-page headline stories in Italian media carried the image and questioned the Meloni government for keeping mum on the issue. Giuseppe Conte, leader of Italy’s opposition Five Star Movement also attacked Meloni and said: "An Italian in chains, tied hand and foot in Hungary." "Giorgia Meloni, we don’t care that Orbán is a dear friend of yours. We need to act with the utmost determination and raise our voices," he added. Salis was arrested in the capital city of Budapest in February last year during a counter-demonstration against a neo-Nazi rally. She has been charged with conspiracy to commit assault causing grievous bodily harm. While she has pleaded not guilty, the prosecutors claim that she came to Hungary to "carry out rapid attacks which could cause serious injury against people believed to be far-right". Watch | Italy: Jail term to more than 330 mobsters & their alleged associates × Meloni's diplomatic challenge The case is a test of Meloni's diplomatic acumen. She has warm relations with Orban and the case threatens to generate friction between the two leaders. Italian foreign minister Antonio Tajani condemned Salis' treatment and said Hungary may have gone "too far" in the case. “This time it seems to me it has gone too far. Treating a prisoner in that way really seems inappropriate, not in tune with our legal culture," Tajani told RAI radio “We are in the European Union and there are citizens’ rights that must be respected,” the minister added. Also read | Museum chief calls Florence a ‘prostitute’, sparks row in Italy Meanwhile, the Hungarian prison service has pushed back against the allegations that Salis was intentionally being held in a cell "full of rats and insects". The prison authorities said "hygiene checks are constantly carried out in the institutions and prisoners receive proper medical care". "The presence of rats is a lie and prisons meet high hygiene standards," it added. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Italian PM Giorgia Meloni was spotted using an 'anxiety' mobile cover during the COP28 Summit in Dubai. The phone cover has statements that can be supportive to a person suffering from anxiety.</p>

<p>The Italian PM was talking with her Indian counterpart PM Narendra Modi when she took a selfie with him. The moment was captured by a photographer present at the summit who happened to also click the cover of the phone Meloni was using to take the selfie. "Affirmations for Anxiety" was prominently written on the cover.</p>

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<p>There are apparently 20 small affirmations on the cover which can be read in anxious times to improve mood and relieve stress. It is also a reminder of the importance of mental health.</p>

<p>"My anxiety doesn't define me", read an affirmation.</p>

<p>“It’s okay for me to say no for my mental health",&nbsp;said another.</p>

<p>There is also a picture of a birthday cake and a sentence that reads, “I give myself permission to take a break”.</p>

<h2><strong>Her daughter attached the cover</strong></h2>

<p>As buzz started growing around the phone cover, the Italian PM's spokesman said that the phone cover was attached to Meloni's phone by her daughter Ginerva (7).</p>

<p>Meloni split with her longtime partner and Ginerva's father Andrea Giambruno&nbsp;after he was caught on camera making lewd remarks and propositioning his female colleagues.</p>

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<p>Meloni is the leader of the hard-right Brothers of Italy party but has chosen to project a softer image since coming to power in 2022.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Meloni's government has promised improvement&nbsp;in mental health services but the plan has faced a money crunch.</p>

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<p>Other high-income countries allocate 10 per cent of their health budget to mental health. However, Italy spends only 3 per cent of the budget.</p>

<p>Meloni remains one of the most popular leaders of Italy but her government is seen to have fallen short of fulfilling promises made at the time of elections and later.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Italian PM Giorgia Meloni was spotted using an 'anxiety' mobile cover during the COP28 Summit in Dubai. The phone cover has statements that can be supportive to a person suffering from anxiety.

Italian PM Giorgia Meloni was spotted using an 'anxiety' mobile cover during the COP28 Summit in Dubai. The phone cover has statements that can be supportive to a person suffering from anxiety. The Italian PM was talking with her Indian counterpart PM Narendra Modi when she took a selfie with him. The moment was captured by a photographer present at the summit who happened to also click the cover of the phone Meloni was using to take the selfie. "Affirmations for Anxiety" was prominently written on the cover. Watch | Climate change and its impact on mental health × There are apparently 20 small affirmations on the cover which can be read in anxious times to improve mood and relieve stress. It is also a reminder of the importance of mental health. "My anxiety doesn't define me", read an affirmation. “It’s okay for me to say no for my mental health", said another. There is also a picture of a birthday cake and a sentence that reads, “I give myself permission to take a break”. Her daughter attached the cover As buzz started growing around the phone cover, the Italian PM's spokesman said that the phone cover was attached to Meloni's phone by her daughter Ginerva (7). Meloni split with her longtime partner and Ginerva's father Andrea Giambruno after he was caught on camera making lewd remarks and propositioning his female colleagues. Also Read | COP28 summit in Dubai makes breakthrough over renewable fuels. But there is a catch Meloni is the leader of the hard-right Brothers of Italy party but has chosen to project a softer image since coming to power in 2022. Meloni's government has promised improvement in mental health services but the plan has faced a money crunch. Also Read | COP28 president's 'no science' behind oil phase-out statement causes alarm Other high-income countries allocate 10 per cent of their health budget to mental health. However, Italy spends only 3 per cent of the budget. Meloni remains one of the most popular leaders of Italy but her government is seen to have fallen short of fulfilling promises made at the time of elections and later. (With inputs from agencies)

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