KANANASKIS (CANADA), June 17: Six of the Group of Seven leaders are trying on the final day of their Tuesday to show the wealthy nations’ club still has the clout to shape world events despite the early departure of President Donald Trump. Trump left the summit in the Canadian Rocky Mountain resort of Kananaskis a day early late Monday, saying: “I have to be back, very important.” It came as conflict between Israel and Iran intensifies and the US leader declared that Tehran should be evacuated “immediately” — while also expressing optimism about a deal to stop the violence. Before leaving, Trump joined the other leaders in issuing a statement saying Iran “can never have a nuclear weapon” and calling for a “de-escalation of hostilities in the Middle East, including a ceasefire in Gaza.” Getting unanimity — even on a short and broadly worded statement — was a modest measure of success for the group.
Author: The Hills Times
Published at: 2025-06-17 22:35:00
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