Rishi Sunak's awakward hug while greeting Italian PM Meloni at G7 Summit goes viral: Video
G7 Summit hosted by Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's arrival was marked by a warm, albeit slightly awkward, greeting. The event, taking place in Borgo Egnazia, Apulia, Italy, from June 13 to 15, 2024, saw leaders from the world's major economies gather to discuss critical global issues.
As Sunak walked up to Meloni, she welcomed him with a hug and a kiss on the cheek. The moment, captured on video and shared widely online, quickly went viral. While the interaction seemed cordial, internet users were quick to point out an awkwardness, with some suggesting that Meloni appeared to pull back slightly.
One social media user humorously noted, «Rishi Sunak being greeted by Giorgia Meloni at G7 looked a lot like he went in for a snog and she pulled back. There was then a real 'eurgh, smelly breath' energy.» Another quipped, «Don't lean in, Rishi!»
What's Happening At The G7 Summit?
The G7 Summit, held at the luxurious Borgo Egnazia resort, brings together leaders from the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Germany, Canada, and Japan. This year’s agenda prominently features discussions on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, with Sunak calling for «decisive» efforts to support Ukraine. «We must be decisive and creative in our efforts to support Ukraine and end Putin’s illegal war at this critical moment,» Sunak stated ahead of the summit.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is also attending the summit, marking his first international visit after winning the 2024 Lok
