The United States has still not revealed details of the agreement to end the Iran war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which is expected to be signed Friday at a resort on Switzerland’s Lake Lucerne.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said there has been a “change in orientation from the United States” on the war in Ukraine, while describing the U.S.-Iran deal as a potential “game changer.”
Speaking to reporters on the final day of the G7 summit, Carney said Trump’s position on Ukraine is now likely to be “more realistic with regard to the situation in the field, in the war, and on the eventual result of the war, the loss of Russia.”
After taking his seat between France’s Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Trump was heard saying “it’s too hot in here. Do they have air conditioning?” with Canada’s Mark Carney agreeing.
Macron reassured the leaders, and said “we will have that.” Trump later told the French President “good job last night,” adding “and he gave me the greatest seat, did you see this?”
The world leaders are now gathering for the final day of the summit in Évian-les-Bains, France.
Trump arrived almost an hour late for the first session of the morning, just as French President Macron started the meeting — telling leaders Trump would arrive “in a while” — and with Treasury Secretary Bessent filling the president’s chair.
While making his way around the room, Trump stopped at the top of the table, turned to the world leaders and joked, “I’m the boss,” eliciting a laugh from his counterparts. He proceeded to his chair, giving British PM Starmer a pat on the shoulder, and took his seat.
Trump then sat down and said to cameras “Would you like to stay for the meeting? It’s ok with me,” but the French promptly escorted press out.
As leaders and officials mingled in the room awaiting his arrival, Trump was posting on Truth Social.
President Trump just announced that he has canceled the planned confirmation hearing today for Jay Clayton to be his new director of national intelligence.
Trump said on Truth Social that he was canceling the planned hearing in a bid to force Congress to act on a voter ID bill that currently lacks enough support for passage.
He also said he wants Jamie McDonald, one of his personal lawyers who he has named to serve as the top federal prosecutor in Manhattan, to be approved to that role.
Clayton, the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, was nominated to the role after significant pushback, including concerns from some Republicans, over Trump’s decision to name Bill Pulte, who has no national security background, as acting intelligence director.
Pulte will remain acting director, he said.
Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha has pointed to what he described as a “positive change of tone and evaluations” regarding the war in Ukraine.
In a post on X published today, Sybiha said Ukraine welcomes the “strong G7 statement” outlining new steps to support Kyiv and increase pressure on Russia.
Firefighters tackle a Russian drone attack in Druzhkivka, Ukraine this morning. Diego Herrera Carcedo / Anadolu via Getty Images
While Russia “shows no willingness to engage in good-faith diplomacy,” he said, the “G7 once again proves that the world’s strongest democracies stand united with Ukraine and are committed to restoring comprehensive, just, and lasting peace for Ukraine.”
In the joint statement issued today, G7 leaders welcomed the U.S.-Iran agreement and called for continued diplomatic efforts to build on the deal.
“We welcome the announcement of a deal between the United States and Iran, secured under the strong leadership of President Trump, with the support of mediating countries, which provides an historic opportunity to prevent Iran from acquiring any nuclear weapon and tackling the threats related to its regional and ballistic activities,” the statement said.
It also highlighted the need for “a robust and comprehensive diplomatic follow-on agreement to the Memorandum of Understanding.”
The leaders also expressed support for maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz but said they would “commit to accelerate the diversification of energy supply routes in order to reduce global vulnerability to the Strait of Hormuz and to increase our energy stocks.”
The statement further reiterated support for “an immediate robust ceasefire” in Lebanon, including efforts to disarm Hezbollah and strengthen “Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.”
After a day of talks dominated by ongoing conflicts and global security concerns, G7 leaders have issued a joint statement this morning restating support for Ukraine and pledging to increase pressure on Russia.
It’s notable that the U.S. signed on to the statement, given Trump has not always seen eye-to-eye with Europe on this subject, or others.
The leaders reaffirmed their “unwavering support of Ukraine,” committing to increase military assistance, including the provision of “longer-range capabilities.”
“We commit to increase the pressure on the Russian war economy,” the statement said, referring to expanded sanctions targeting Russia’s oil and gas sectors.
Stressing the importance of Ukrainian energy resilience, the leaders said they “agree to provide further support to get the country through next winter.”
NBC News
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