Three-Hour Meloni-Macron Meeting Concludes in Italy

The meeting between Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and French President Emmanuel Macron concluded earlier today (June 3, 2025) at the Palazzo Chigi in Rome. The discussion lasted approximately three hours, followed by a dinner at the same venue. Addressing photographers who captured their handshake, Meloni joked: “Tonight I see that your presence is massive, fitting for great occasions.” According to reports, key topics discussed during the evening meeting included the Ukrainian situation and Europe’s stance, Euro-Atlantic relations, and the Middle East. Italian media highlighted that this meeting aimed to ease tensions between Rome and Paris that arose over recent weeks. Specifically, discussions focused on strategies to achieve lasting peace in Ukraine and improving Europe’s relationship with Trump’s administration to resolve trade tariff disputes.