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G7 leaders have committed to firm military support for Ukraine and intensified sanctions against Russia, with a joint declaration signed by all, including Donald Trump. Trump, who attended the summit, reportedly shifted his stance, indicating a willingness to impose stricter sanctions on Russia and provide military aid to Ukraine.
The U.S. Treasury Secretary has called on G7 allies to impose additional sanctions on Iran. This appeal comes as part of ongoing efforts to pressure Tehran.
The US president has extended a deadline for Iran to open the Strait of Hormuz and paused energy strikes for 10 days, with Trump stating talks are 'going very well' as US Vice President J.D. Vance takes a forefront role in US efforts to broker Iran peace; analysis suggests Trump's 'mysterious peace negotiations' do not promise a quick end to the war, and experts explain his strategy of playing for time with new ultimatums and troop deployments.
Donald Trump denies a cease-fire with Iran, despite asserting Iran is eager for a deal and negotiating with the US, while Tehran denies direct talks. Amidst ongoing strikes, focus on Iran talks, and discussions of US troop deployment to the Middle East, crude oil prices and tech stocks have risen, as Iran reviews a US ceasefire plan.
Rubio plans travel to France to sell Iran war to skeptical G7 allies AP News
Donald Trump stated that if Israel is unable to effectively deal with Hezbollah without extensive casualties, Syria should intervene. He also clarified that he has never been interested in regime change in Iran.
Iran has issued strong warnings against a potential US ground invasion, threatening severe retaliation, while stating its forces are 'waiting' as more US troops arrive in the region. This comes amidst ongoing US-Iran peace talks and CENTCOM reporting over 11,000 targets struck.
Senator Marco Rubio is pushing for a postwar plan for the Strait of Hormuz after meeting with G7 allies who expressed skepticism about the current Iran strategy.
Former President Trump has reiterated his rejection of a ceasefire with Iran, asserting that Iran desires a deal but fears its own people and the US. Meanwhile, oil prices continue to climb past $100, driven by lingering risks of a prolonged US-Iran war, impacting global powers as Trump and Xi pursue energy dominance, with Europe particularly vulnerable.
Iran has rejected US President Trump's warnings about the safety of its team at the World Cup, with the team labeling the US as unfit to host the tournament. This follows Iran's shock announcement of its refusal to participate in the 2026 World Cup, escalating the geopolitical dispute into the realm of global athletics.
The Ukrainian diaspora in Canada has called upon Canada and its G7 allies to provide Ukraine with additional air defense systems and long-range weaponry.
The war in the Middle East has entered its second month, with reports of continued attacks across the region, as military operations persist.
G7 allies meet amid wars in Iran and Ukraine, with U.S. seen as destabilizing element The Globe and Mail
G7 foreign ministers are meeting near Paris to discuss Iran war strategy, with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio seeking to convince allies. Meanwhile, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has angered European leaders by unconditionally supporting Donald Trump's war with Iran.