Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni delivered a sharp rebuke to US President Donald Trump on Saturday, intensifying an ongoing feud that erupted during the G7 Summit.

Axar.az informs that Meloni told Trump to look after his own popularity after he accused his NATO ally of trying to boost her domestic ratings by ​repairing ties with Washington.

“These constant unprovoked attacks are senseless. As for my popularity, being your friend certainly has not helped it, nor does it depend on my relationship with you.”

My popularity depends on my ability to defend Italy's national interest, and that is exactly what I have always done," she said in a post on Instagram.

Trump repeated earlier criticism of the Italian government for not allowing the use of American military bases in Italy during the U.S.-Israel war on Iran that began on Feb. 28.

“Their use is governed by agreements that we have always respected, and that cannot be violated as long as I am Prime Minister. Italy remains a sovereign nation,” she responded, adding: “In any case, my popularity is none of your concern. I suggest you focus on yours.”