G7 Summit in Italy and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's Influence

Military analyst Rebecca Grant discusses G7 summit priorities in Italy and concerns over Russian aggression near Cuba. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni aims to strengthen Italy's influence in Europe and maintain strong ties with the U.S. Meloni has been a valuable U.S. ally, supporting Ukraine and withdrawing from China's Belt and Road Initiative. The G-7 summit will focus on international issues like climate change, Africa, and Israel's conflict with Hamas. Meloni's success is seen as a threat to Putin, who launched a propaganda campaign against her.

Rise of Far Right in European Politics

French President Emmanuel Macron raises concerns about the rise of the far right in European politics during a state visit to Germany, emphasizing the need to defend democracy and European values against authoritarian regimes and nationalist forces.

Assassination Attempt on Slovakian Prime Minister

Slovakia's populist prime minister, Robert Fico, was shot multiple times in an attempted assassination, leaving him in a very serious condition. The incident has raised concerns about political violence and deepening divisions in the region.