Key Points

US President Donald Trump left the G7 summit early to address the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. The summit shifted focus to Middle East tensions, with leaders issuing a joint statement calling for de-escalation. Trump missed scheduled meetings with Indian PM Narendra Modi and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The G7 reaffirmed its stance against Iran obtaining nuclear weapons while urging a ceasefire in Gaza.

Key Points: Trump Leaves G7 Summit Early Amid Israel-Iran Tensions

  • Trump exits G7 summit to handle Israel-Iran crisis
  • G7 leaders call for de-escalation in joint statement
  • Summit shifts focus to Middle East tensions
  • Trump to miss meetings with Modi and Zelenskyy
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G7 leaders pose for family photo as Trump cuts short Canada visit amid Middle East tensions

US President Donald Trump departs G7 summit in Canada to address escalating Middle East conflict, missing meetings with Modi and Zelenskyy.

"I have to be back early. I loved it. I tell you I loved it. And I think we got a lot done. – Donald Trump"

Kananaskis, June 17

The G7 summit is proceeding without US President Donald Trump, who departed early to address the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, CBC news reported.

The leaders gathered for a family photo in Kananaskis before Trump's departure.

Trump left the summit in Kananaskis, Canada, after Monday night's family dinner, citing the need to attend to pressing matters in the Middle East.

Trump expressed satisfaction with the summit's progress.

"I have to be back early. I loved it. I tell you I loved it. And I think we got a lot done," Trump told reporters Monday evening (local time), according to CBC News.

"But we had just a really great relationship with everybody. It was really nice. I wish I could stay for tomorrow, but they understand, this is big stuff," he added.

Trump's departure means he will miss non-G7 leaders attending the summit Tuesday, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, the report said.

The summit has shifted its focus to address the Middle East crisis, with leaders discussing ways to respond to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. The G7 has issued a joint statement reaffirming that "Iran can never have a nuclear weapon" and calling for immediate de-escalation across the Middle East.

Carney and Trump have also committed to reaching a trade deal within 30 days.

Following Trump's departure, Prime Minister Mark Carney, chair of this year's summit in Alberta, said he "fully understands" why Trump made an early exit and is "grateful for the president's presence."

Earlier Monday, during his bilateral meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Trump hinted that he might have to leave early when asked about bringing Iran to the table.

"I think Iran basically is at the negotiating table. They want to make a deal," he said. "And as soon as I leave here, we're going to be doing something. But I have to leave here. I have ... this commitment. I have a lot of commitments."

G7 leaders released a joint statement late that same night calling for a "de-escalation" of hostilities in the Middle East.

The joint statement from the group -- made up of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States, along with the European Union -- affirms Israel's right to defend itself and recognizes Iran as "the principal source of regional instability and terror" but also calls for some sort of "resolution."

"We urge that the resolution of the Iranian crisis leads to a broader de-escalation of hostilities in the Middle East, including a ceasefire in Gaza," the leaders said in their statement, made public after a working dinner at the summit.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Interesting how global summits keep getting disrupted by Middle East tensions. India has always advocated for peaceful resolutions in such conflicts. Hope PM Modi's discussions tomorrow bring some balance to the G7's approach to regional stability. 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
Trump's early exit shows where America's priorities lie. While understandable, it's disappointing he'll miss meeting our PM. India-US relations are crucial, especially with our growing role in global affairs. Hope they connect soon through other channels!
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Arjun S.
The G7 statement on Iran is strong, but will they back it with action? India has shown how to balance relations with all nations while protecting our interests. Maybe world leaders should learn from our diplomatic approach. #NonAlignedWisdom
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Sunita R.
All this focus on Middle East while our neighborhood issues with China and Pakistan need attention too. Hope PM Modi raises these concerns tomorrow. Global security isn't just about one region. 🙏
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Vikram J.
The trade deal commitment is what matters most for India. With US-China tensions, we have a golden opportunity to strengthen our manufacturing sector. Hope our leaders make the most of this summit despite the distractions.
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Neha P.
While I understand the urgency of Middle East crisis, world leaders should remember that climate change and economic cooperation are equally pressing issues. India's voice on these matters is crucial. Hope the remaining summit days focus on these too.

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