Meloni just torched Trump in a response that was surgical. "These constant, unprovoked attacks are senseless." She didn't waste time on his claims about her popularity. The real message: Italy defends its national interests through actual governance, not by currying favor. The military base arrangement stands, sovereign agreements hold, and as long as she's PM it won't change. Then the closer. "My popularity is none of your concern. I suggest you focus on yours." That's an allied leader telling the US president he's acting like a petulant child and needs to manage his own house. This is what happens when you lead by insult instead of strategy.