They described their project as an innovative military system for national security.

The pair, from the province of Brindisi, rang the doorbell of the deluxe Masseria Beneficio in the countryside of Ceglie Messapica, explaining the purpose of their visit.

After being denied entry, Meloni’s security detail asked them to leave the premises.

The pair told security they wanted Meloni to submit their project to Defence Minister Guido Crosetto, who “cannot remain in the dark about its content”, well-informed sources said.

Meanwhile, typical products from Puglia were taken to the Masseria especially for the PM who is continuing to pursue the government’s agenda while relaxing among the Pugliese olive groves.

Agriculture Minister Francesco Lollobrigida, who is her brother-in-law and is also holidaying at the resort with wife Arianna Meloni, went on a bike tour across Calle D’Itria on Tuesday morning.

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