G7 leaders gather in Canada for a summit overshadowed by Israel-Iran crisis
Briefly

At the G7 summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, world leaders face high tensions due to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, compounded by U.S. President Trump's ongoing trade war. Despite the usual expectation for a joint statement, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney chose to abandon this tradition, reflecting disunity among leaders. British Prime Minister Starmer indicated ongoing diplomacy with Trump and Israel to address the crisis. Additionally, French President Macron emphasized in his visit to Greenland that it should not be subject to territorial claims, demonstrating concern over Trump’s provocative assertions regarding the region.
Trump's unpredictable and controversial stances dominate the G7 summit, as leaders maneuver around his trade policies and the escalating tensions with Iran.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer indicated that he had discussions with Trump and Israeli leaders about de-escalating the rising conflict in the Middle East.
Macron's visit to Greenland occurs amid Trump’s provocative commentary about it, illustrating the tenuous atmosphere as world leaders engage on shifting geopolitical tensions.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's decision to forgo a joint statement at the summit highlights the lack of consensus due to Trump's unpredictable behavior.
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