The EU's trade rules are under scrutiny after Donald Trump shared a video claiming Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is seeking a direct trade deal with the US, allegedly defying EU regulations. The video, which has been discredited due to its AI-generated voice and inaccuracies, suggests Meloni will reduce support for Ukraine and has received backlash from Italian politicians. However, Meloni's office denies pursuing such a deal, stating that trade negotiations are led by the European Commission. Despite the controversy, Trump has praised Meloni's leadership and beauty in past statements. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)