Following a question about calling on G7 members to send forces to the Strait of Hormuz, Donald Trump's comments are noted. The strait, crucial for global shipping, was effectively closed after US and Israeli strikes on Iran. A preliminary peace deal was reached before the G7 summit, extending a ceasefire and reopening the waterway.
G7 leaders reaffirmed their commitment to the complete denuclearization of North Korea and urged Pyongyang to resolve the abductee issue and address cryptocurrency thefts. They also voiced concerns over China's assertiveness in the Indo-Pacific and supported a U.S.-Iran deal.
G7 leaders endorsed U.S. President Trump's preliminary agreement with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and extend a ceasefire, despite a lack of specific details. The deal, to be signed Friday, aims to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons and addresses regional threats.
World leaders at the G7 summit in France pledged increased support for Ukraine, including enhanced air defenses and energy resilience, and new sanctions on Russia. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy highlighted the summit's delivery of crucial results for Ukraine's defense efforts.
G7 countries agreed to increase air defense and long-range system supplies to Ukraine. They are also open to granting licenses for Ukraine to boost its own military production, according to a joint statement from the summit in France.
South Korea is facing increased pressure to participate in international maritime security efforts, including potential naval mine-sweeping operations, to ensure freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical energy chokepoint. This pressure stems from US and UK/France-led initiatives, forcing Seoul to balance diplomatic demands with operational risks.
US Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna stated that the United States is waiting for Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky to agree to a settlement of the conflict in Ukraine and end the war. She commented on a meeting Zelensky had with G7 leaders.
US President Donald Trump stated Russia should make a peace deal with Ukraine and vowed to "do whatever I can" to end the war following a meeting with President Zelensky and G7 leaders at a summit in France. Trump described the high casualties on both sides as 'ridiculous'.
G7 leaders are trying to refocus President Trump on the Ukraine war, which has been overshadowed by the Iran conflict. Despite U.S. aid cuts, France and European allies remain key supporters of Kyiv. Trump plans to meet Zelenskyy and stated he wants to focus on Ukraine, calling the war 'ridiculous'. The UK announced new sanctions against Russia's 'shadow fleet'.
At the G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, Keir Starmer announced new sanctions against Russia targeting finance networks and its shadow fleet, alongside £210m in energy support for Ukraine's nuclear plants. He also plans to discuss defense spending with Donald Trump.
US President Donald Trump announced that the United States and Iran have signed agreements to end military actions. He stated that the Strait of Hormuz will be fully reopened for navigation on June 19, with ships already beginning to pass through.
Italy and Japan are strengthening diplomatic ties, focusing on supply chains and technology cooperation. The leaders aim to reduce reliance on China for critical minerals and boost semiconductor manufacturing through joint ventures.
G7 leaders convene in Evian-les-Bains, France, for a summit marked by a US-Iran peace agreement announced by President Trump. Key discussions include support for Ukraine, pressure on Russia, and maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz.
The G7 nations will meet in Evian-les-Bains, France, to discuss the wars in Ukraine and Iran, global economic imbalances, and the rise of AI. Ukraine's President Zelenskyy will attend to discuss support, while leaders will also address the Iran war framework and China's economic policies.
President Trump is meeting with G7 leaders in France, many of whom have been targets of his criticism over issues like Iran, tariffs, and past historical comments. The summit will address the Iran war, China trade, and Russia's war in Ukraine.
President Donald Trump celebrated his 80th birthday with a UFC cage fighting event on the White House South Lawn, featuring thousands of spectators and fighter jets. The event, attended by figures like Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, was promoted by UFC boss Dana White, a close friend of Trump's.
Britain and France are interested in demining a critical waterway post-conflict. Meanwhile, Pakistan's PM claims a deal to end a war is imminent, with finalization expected within 24 hours. US President Trump will also meet with leaders from Egypt, Qatar, and UAE to discuss winding down the Iran war.
Seven women and 14 children, the last Australians from the al-Roj detention camp for IS families, have arrived in Damascus. Their return to Australia is uncertain, with the government issuing a Temporary Exclusion Order for one woman and stating no assistance has been provided for their journey.
Seven women and 14 children, the last Australians from the al-Roj detention camp for IS families, have arrived in Damascus, Syria. Their return to Australia remains uncertain, with one woman facing a Temporary Exclusion Order. The Australian government has stated it is not assisting their return.
A 44-year-old man, Teruyuki Takabayashi, was arrested in Narashino, Chiba Prefecture on Friday following a manhunt for allegedly attacking a 17-year-old high school student with a hammer in Fussa, western Tokyo. The attack occurred between 7:15am and 7:25am on Wednesday, when the suspect allegedly attacked a group of seven teenagers near a restaurant after his mother asked them to be quiet. Another student and three police officers were also injured. The suspect told police he did not have the intent to murder.
Jiangsu and Guangdong, China's two largest provincial economies, are in a tight race as the gap narrowed to 40 billion yuan (US$5.85 billion) in Q1 2026. Jiangsu's tech and frontier industries are driving its rise while Guangdong faces a protracted property slump and weak consumption. The competition mirrors California's rivalry with Texas in the US, with analysts expecting businesses and talent to gravitate toward Jiangsu as it approaches overtaking Guangdong.
G7 Non-proliferation Directors Group issued a statement warning of dangers from Russian and Chinese nuclear weapons build-up and modernization, ahead of a month-long NPT review conference opening Monday in New York. The group, comprising diplomats from Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the US, committed to working toward a successful 2026 review conference and urged the US to pursue multilateral strategic stability.
In June 2021, from a podium in the Cornish countryside, former US president Joe Biden told a relieved Europe that “America is back at the table”. The comment – made after a summit of the Group of Seven rich nations – became a galvanising force for reinvigorated transatlanticism after the first term of Donald Trump had left it in tatters. When Russia invaded Ukraine eight months later, the G7 became the forum of choice for cooking up punitive sanctions against Russia. It was also the venue for...
