Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni recently addressed the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) virtually, where she spoke about the growing strength of conservative political leaders worldwide. She highlighted the role of prominent right-wing figures, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and former US President Donald Trump, in shaping a global conservative movement.
During her speech, Meloni criticized the double standards of the left, pointing out how leaders like Bill Clinton and Tony Blair were once hailed for their political alliances, while today’s right-wing leaders are labeled as threats to democracy. She remarked, “When Bill Clinton and Tony Blair created the global leftist liberal network in the 90s, they were called statesmen. Today, when Trump, Meloni, Millay, or maybe Modi talk, they are called a threat to democracy.”
She asserted that the conservative movement is thriving despite opposition, emphasizing that people no longer believe in the left’s “lies.” She said, “This is the left’s double standard, but we are used to it. And the good news is, people no longer believe in their lies. Despite all the mud they throw at us, citizens keep voting for us.”
Meloni also expressed strong support for Donald Trump, stating that his leadership has been instrumental in the conservative resurgence. She noted that Trump’s influence has turned the left’s “irritation into hysteria” and that conservatives are now collaborating on a global scale.
She outlined the key principles that unite conservatives worldwide, including fighting against “wokeism,” advocating for common sense policies, defending national sovereignty, and upholding freedom of speech and religious beliefs. “We defend freedom. We love our nations. We want secure borders. We preserve businesses and citizens… We defend family and life. We fight against wokeism. We protect our sacred right to our faith and our free speech. And we stand for common sense. So ultimately, our struggle is hard, but the choice is simple,” she stated.
Meloni also addressed global security issues, particularly the ongoing war in Ukraine. She reaffirmed her commitment to supporting Ukraine against Russian aggression and called for strong leadership to achieve a just and lasting peace. “Happiness depends on freedom and freedom depends on courage. We proved this when we stopped invasions, won our independencies, and overthrew dictators. And we have done it together the last three years in Ukraine, where proud people fight for their freedom against brutal aggression. And we must continue today, working together for a just and lasting peace, a peace that can only be built with the contribution of all, but above all, with strong leadership.”
Meanwhile, in another development in the entertainment world, Indian rapper Honey Singh made headlines for taking a brutal dig at his old rival, Badshah, during a live concert. The rivalry between the two artists dates back years, with both taking jabs at each other in their music and public statements.
At a recent concert in Mumbai, Honey Singh reportedly hurled insults at Badshah while addressing the audience. He referenced how some individuals had doubted his ability to make a successful comeback, with some even claiming to have written songs for him. Honey Singh then delivered a shayari that appeared to be a direct challenge to Badshah, saying, “Pichle saal meri taqdeer ne, kaio ke garoor hai tode. Ab tujhe comeback karna padega…” (“Last year, my destiny shattered many people’s pride. Now, you have to make a comeback…”).
This is not the first time Honey Singh has taken a public jab at Badshah. A few months ago, when Badshah showcased his freestyle rap skills on Indian Idol 15 by rapping about street food, Honey Singh mocked the performance on social media. He reposted the clip on his Instagram handle and sarcastically commented, “Aise lyrics likhwane hai bass taqdeer ban jayegi meri” (“I just need someone to write such lyrics for me, and my destiny will be set”).
The feud between Honey Singh and Badshah can be traced back to 2009 when their hip-hop collective, Mafia Mundeer, disbanded due to creative differences and clashing egos. Since then, they have frequently taken indirect digs at each other in their music and interviews. Honey Singh, in a conversation with The Lallantop, referred to Badshah as a “client” rather than a close associate, further fueling speculation about their unresolved tensions. What do you think about Giorgia Meloni’s comments at CPAC and Honey Singh’s ongoing rivalry with Badshah?