When two world leaders meet on a red carpet, you’d expect diplomatic smiles and cordial pleasantries, but when Donald Trump extended his hand to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, her face told a completely different story than the one their handlers probably hoped for.

The encounter took place at the Middle East peace summit in Egypt, where global leaders gathered to witness the ceasefire agreement signing, and quickly became the talk of social media after footage captured the awkward exchange between the two political leaders.

Meloni, dressed in a lavender pantsuit, approached the U.S. President, who sported his signature blue suit and oversized red tie.

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