US President Donald Trump Leaves G7 Summit Midway Amid Israel-Iran Tensions
In a surprising move, US President Donald Trump left the ongoing G7 Summit in Canada midway and returned to Washington. The White House confirmed his early exit, attributing the decision to the escalating conflict in the Middle East.
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White House Confirms Departure After Dinner
White House Press Secretary Caroline Levitt shared on social media that President Trump would leave the summit Monday night after a dinner with world leaders. She emphasized that the US accomplished “a lot” at the summit before the early exit.
Israel-Iran War Escalates, Prompting Immediate Return
The key reason behind Trump’s early departure is the worsening Israel-Iran conflict. With Israel initiating aerial strikes four days ago, the US President reiterated support for Israel and issued a sharp warning to Iran regarding its nuclear ambitions.
Trump Warns Tehran at Global Forum
While addressing fellow leaders at the G7, Trump said Tehran must halt its nuclear program before it's too late. “Iranian leaders had 60 days to talk, but time is running out,” he said. He also urged all parties to leave Tehran immediately for safety.
No Bilateral Meet With PM Modi
President Trump’s sudden departure meant there was no opportunity for a planned meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Modi, who had just arrived in Canada for the summit, continued with the scheduled engagements despite Trump’s absence.
US-UK Sign Major Trade Deal at G7
Before departing, President Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a landmark trade agreement. The deal aims to reduce tariffs on goods and is in its final implementation stage, expected to boost employment and generate significant revenue for both nations.
(Dr. Vivek Bhatt, Channel Head at Hind First Network, is on ground in Canada, covering the G7 Summit. With a journalistic career spanning 15+ years, he has covered over 18 high-level bilateral meetings involving India.)
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