Live updates: Trump departs G-7 summit early to deal with Israel-Iran conflict, White House says
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President Donald Trump departed the G-7 summit early, citing the escalating crisis in the Middle East, particularly between Israel and Iran. The White House announced his early departure, as Trump initially showed reluctance to sign a joint statement with fellow leaders but changed his mind after some draft modifications. The statement called for de-escalation and a ceasefire in Gaza. Meanwhile, tensions flared further with Iran launching missile barrages at Israel, and Israeli forces targeting Iranian locations in response.
President Trump left the G-7 summit early to address escalating tensions in the Middle East, emphasizing the need for a ceasefire in Gaza.
Trump initially hesitated to sign a joint G-7 statement advocating for Middle East de-escalation but ultimately reversed his position, highlighting sensitive negotiations.
Read at The Washington Post
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