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Trump Exits G7 Summit Early as Israel-Iran War Escalates; G7 Backs Israel, Urges De-Escalation

G7 Leaders Issue Unified Statement Supporting Israel, Condemning Iran as ‘Principal Source of Regional Instability’

By Press of Asia Desk | June 17, 2025 | Kananaskis, Canada

U.S. President Donald Trump cut short his participation in the 51st G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada, on Monday night, citing the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran as the reason for his early departure. The move came as G7 leaders issued a joint statement backing Israel’s right to self-defence and calling on all parties to pursue de-escalation in the Middle East.

🔑 Key Highlights

• Trump departed the G7 Summit after Day 1, skipping scheduled meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum.
• G7 leaders issued a unified statement reaffirming Israel’s right to defend itself and labelling Iran the “principal source of regional instability and terror.”
• The group called for a broader de-escalation, including a ceasefire in Gaza.
• G7 leaders reiterated that Iran must never be allowed to develop nuclear weapons.
• Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney wrapped up the summit, highlighting agreements on critical minerals, quantum technology, AI adoption, and wildfire response.
• China condemned Israel’s actions against Iran and positioned itself as a potential peacemaker in the region.

Background and Context

The 51st G7 Summit, hosted by Canada in the scenic Rocky Mountain resort of Kananaskis, was scheduled for June 16–17, 2025. The agenda included discussions on trade tariffs, support for Ukraine, and geopolitical stability. However, the rapidly escalating Israel-Iran conflict — now in its fifth consecutive day of mutual military strikes — dominated proceedings and eventually pulled the U.S. president away.

Israel and Iran have been exchanging strikes since June 13, according to reports, with Israel reportedly targeting Iranian nuclear and military sites. Iran has responded with drone and missile attacks. The conflict has raised fears of a broader regional war involving Lebanon, Syria, and Yemen-based groups.

The G7 summit, typically a forum for trade and economic coordination, was overshadowed by the military escalation. Trump’s tariff policies and the question of continued support for Ukraine were also on the agenda, but both took a backseat to the Middle East crisis.

Trump Leaves Canada Early

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced that President Trump would skip the second day of the summit “due to the situation in the Middle East.” The president had described the G7 as productive, with a U.S.–U.K. trade agreement among the notable outcomes. However, Leavitt indicated that “much bigger things” demanded Trump’s attention back in Washington.

As a result, Trump missed in-person meetings with President Zelenskyy and President Sheinbaum — encounters that were considered diplomatically significant, especially given ongoing negotiations around the Ukraine conflict and North American trade relations.

During his time at the summit, Trump reportedly suggested that the G7 made a mistake when it expelled Russia in 2014, signalling a divergence from the position of other G7 members who are pushing for tougher measures against Moscow.

G7 Statement: Support for Israel, Concern Over Iran

In a unified communiqué, G7 leaders — representing the United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and Canada — affirmed that “Israel has a right to defend itself” and reiterated their “support for the security of Israel.” The statement condemned Iran, describing it as the “principal source of regional instability and terror,” and reaffirmed the bloc’s position that Iran must never acquire nuclear weapons.

The leaders also called for a resolution of the “Iranian crisis” and urged a “broader de-escalation of hostilities in the Middle East, including a ceasefire in Gaza.” The G7 indicated it would monitor the implications for international energy markets and coordinate to safeguard market stability if needed.

Prime Minister Modi participated in the G7 Outreach Session, with India’s Ministry of External Affairs confirming his engagement with world leaders on June 17. India has been working to evacuate its citizens from both Iran and Israel amid the ongoing hostilities, according to reports.

China’s Position

China, which is not a G7 member, issued a contrasting statement. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi condemned Israel’s strikes on Iran and signalled Beijing’s willingness to play a “constructive role” in de-escalating tensions. China’s positioning as a peacemaker stands in contrast to the G7’s more explicitly pro-Israel stance.

Why It Matters

The early exit of the U.S. president from a major multilateral summit underscores the severity of the Israel-Iran conflict and its potential to reshape global geopolitics. The G7’s unified backing of Israel — while stopping short of explicitly calling for a ceasefire between Israel and Iran — reflects the complexity of international diplomacy in a volatile region. With Trump signalling a more hands-on role in the conflict, the coming days could see either diplomatic breakthroughs or further military escalation.

For India, the situation is particularly sensitive, as thousands of Indian nationals remain in Iran and Israel. The government has been working to facilitate safe exits for its citizens.

What Happens Next

• Trump is expected to take a more direct role in shaping the U.S. response to the Israel-Iran conflict upon returning to Washington.
• G7 nations will monitor energy market implications and may coordinate emergency reserves if oil supply is disrupted.
• International pressure is mounting on both Israel and Iran for a ceasefire, though no formal negotiations have been confirmed.
• India’s evacuation operations for citizens in Iran and Israel are expected to continue.
• The United Nations Security Council is likely to hold emergency sessions on the escalating conflict, according to reports.

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Source References:

• BBC News: G7 leaders urge ‘de-escalation’ but stop short of calling for Israel-Iran ceasefire (bbc.com)
• CNBC: Trump signals escalation in Israel-Iran conflict as he leaves G7 (cnbc.com)
• Government of Canada / PM Office: G7 Leaders’ Statement on recent developments between Israel and Iran (pm.gc.ca)
• Wikipedia: 51st G7 summit — Kananaskis 2025 (en.wikipedia.org)
• MEA India: Prime Minister addresses the G7 Outreach Session, June 17, 2025 (mea.gov.in)