A brief but telling moment at the G7 Summit has taken the internet by storm after Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was caught on camera rolling her eyes during a whispered exchange with French President Emmanuel Macron. The incident occurred during a high-level roundtable session in Alberta, where world leaders gathered to discuss pressing global issues.
🎥 Caught on Camera: A Glimpse of Diplomatic Discomfort
As US President Donald Trump addressed the summit, Macron leaned over to whisper something to Meloni while shielding his mouth. Initially, Meloni responded with a polite thumbs-up. But when Macron leaned in again, Meloni appeared visibly exasperated, shielding her face and rolling her eyes in apparent disbelief or irritation.
🌐 Social Media Reacts: “What Is This Guy On?”
The video clip quickly went viral across platforms like X (formerly Twitter), with users dubbing it the “eye-roll of the century.” Memes and speculation flooded timelines, with one user quipping, “Whatever Macron said had Meloni looking like, ‘What the hell is this guy on?’”.
🤫 No Official Comment, But Tensions Simmer
Neither leader has issued a statement clarifying the exchange, leaving room for speculation. The moment adds to a history of diplomatic friction between Italy and France, though both leaders have maintained formal ties in public.
🗺️ Backdrop: A Tense G7 Summit
The 51st G7 Summit has already seen its share of drama, including Trump’s early exit, Macron’s remarks on the Israel-Iran ceasefire, and a lack of consensus on Ukraine. Amid these tensions, Meloni’s candid reaction has become a symbol of the underlying strain among global allies.
