During a recent peace summit, former President Donald Trump garnered attention with his compliments to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, calling her “a beautiful young woman.” In a light-hearted moment, Trump remarked on the political risks of labeling a woman as beautiful in the U.S., saying, “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.” He then directed his praise towards Meloni, asking if she minded the compliment.
Meloni stood out at the event as the only female leader among approximately 30 world representatives, highlighting her prominence in international politics.
In contrast to his warm remarks about Meloni, Trump playfully teased French President Emmanuel Macron. After thanking Macron for his support, he humorously searched for him in the crowd, jokingly asking, “Where is he? I can’t believe it, you’re taking a low-key approach today.” This elicited laughter from the audience, including Meloni, who has had a notably tense relationship with Macron in the past.
These interactions reflect the camaraderie and dynamics among prominent world leaders, with humor playing a significant role in their diplomatic engagements. The event showcased not just the serious discussions of global peace but also the lighter moments that accompany such high-level gatherings.