G7 allies scramble to put Ukraine back atop Trump’s agenda as war drags on
G7 leaders opened summit talks in France with Ukraine as the top agenda item, pressing President Donald Trump to refocus on the war after years of stalled progress. Allies are proposing tougher sanctions on Russia and new military aid packages, though divisions persist over U.S. commitment. Zelenskyy joined virtually to urge stronger action, while Trump’s stance remains uncertain.
What changed
Sources confirm Ukraine has been reinserted as the primary discussion point at this year’s summit, with allies explicitly targeting Trump’s wavering support.
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G7 allies push Trump to prioritize Ukraine amid stalled war efforts
confidence 88%G7 leaders opened summit talks in France with Ukraine as the top agenda item, pressing President Donald Trump to refocus on the war after years of stalled progress. Allies are proposing tougher sanctions on Russia and new military aid packages, though divisions persist over U.S. commitment. Zelenskyy joined virtually to urge stronger action, while Trump’s stance remains uncertain.
What's confirmed:
- G7 leaders are prioritizing Ukraine and Iran in summit discussions, with Zelenskyy participating remotely to advocate for renewed Western support.
- Allies are pushing for stronger sanctions on Russian oil shipments and additional air defense systems for Kyiv as key demands.
- U.S. allies at the G7 are working to shift Trump’s focus back to Ukraine after four years of conflict, though his administration’s response remains muted.
- The summit’s first full day of talks centered on the Russia-Ukraine war, with leaders acknowledging a breakdown in G7 unity under Trump’s leadership.
- Trump is expected to discuss Iran and Ukraine directly with world leaders during the summit, marking a rare alignment on foreign policy priorities.
Still unconfirmed:
- The U.S. may soon reimpose sanctions on Russian oil shipments, though no official announcement has been made.
- Trump’s administration is considering a new military aid package for Ukraine, but details remain unclear.
- Allies have privately warned Trump that inaction on Ukraine risks further isolating the U.S. from European partners.