Trump leaves Canada's G7 summit early as Israel-Iran conflict intensifies
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On the final day of their summit in Canada, six G7 leaders aimed to reaffirm their global influence despite the absence of U.S. President Trump. The gathering featured Prime Minister Mark Carney and counterparts from the U.K., France, Germany, Italy, Japan, as they addressed Russia's aggression against Ukraine and the escalating Iran-Israel conflict. Trump, though leaving early, participated in a statement emphasizing Iran's need to abandon nuclear aspirations. The leaders discussed potential de-escalation strategies for the Middle East amidst rising hostilities, showcasing their ongoing solidarity even in challenging circumstances.
Six of the Group of Seven leaders are striving to demonstrate their ability to influence global events, particularly amid ongoing tensions involving Iran and Russia.
Mark Carney and leaders from the U.K., France, Germany, Italy, Japan, along with Ukraine's Zelenskyy, convened to address the conflicts impacting world stability.
Despite facing challenges like Trump's departure, G7 leaders achieved partial success by uniting on a statement concerning Iran's nuclear weapons and Middle Eastern hostilities.
Trump emphasized that Iran must halt its nuclear ambitions and warned of the consequences of inaction, highlighting the urgency for a diplomatic agreement.
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