G7 leaders meet in France amid developments in the US-Iran deal and Ukraine war

The G7 summit is taking place in Évian-les-Bains, France, from June 15 to 17, 2026, gathering leaders from France, the UK, Canada, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United States, and the European Union. A primary focus is the preliminary agreement between the U.S. and Iran, which is expected to be finalized on Friday, aiming to resolve the conflict and ensure the safety of the Strait of Hormuz. European leaders have expressed concerns that a superficial interim deal might consolidate Iran's nuclear and ballistic missile programs. Additionally, President Donald Trump held separate phone calls with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky regarding the war in Ukraine. Zelensky proposed meeting Putin on American soil, though the Kremlin insists such meetings only occur in Moscow. While Russia reported a fire at an oil facility in the Krasnodar region caused by drone debris, discussions on potential peace measures are ongoing. Egypt, Qatar, and the UAE leaders are also attending the summit to discuss regional stability and energy routes.