Live updates: G7 leaders voice ‘support’ for US-Iran agreement as draft text obtained by CNN
G7 leaders have publicly supported a preliminary US-Iran agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and halt hostilities, though its terms remain undisclosed. Israel has stated it will not withdraw from Lebanon, while Iran has threatened retaliation over recent strikes. Trump has criticized Netanyahu’s approach and warned of potential US military action if the deal fails. The summit also reaffirmed backing for Ukraine and stepped-up pressure on Russia.
What changed
New reports confirm Iran’s military has vowed a ‘harsh response’ if Israel does not halt Lebanon attacks, while Trump has publicly backed the G7’s stance on the Iran deal despite growing domestic criticism.
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G7 backs US-Iran deal as Lebanon tensions rise amid Trump’s regional warnings
confidence 88%G7 leaders have publicly supported a preliminary US-Iran agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and halt hostilities, though its terms remain undisclosed. Israel has stated it will not withdraw from Lebanon, while Iran has threatened retaliation over recent strikes. Trump has criticized Netanyahu’s approach and warned of potential US military action if the deal fails. The summit also reaffirmed backing for Ukraine and stepped-up pressure on Russia.
What's confirmed:
- The US and Iran signed a preliminary agreement expected to open the Strait of Hormuz, though its specific terms have not been released.
- The deal is set to take effect on Friday, following Trump’s arrival at the G7 summit in France.
- G7 leaders have committed to ‘unwavering support for Ukraine,’ pledging additional air defense aid and increased pressure on Russia.
- Israel has stated it will not withdraw its forces from Lebanon following the US-Iran agreement, according to an Israeli minister.
- Iran’s military has warned of a ‘harsh response’ if Israel does not end its attacks in Lebanon.
- Trump has criticized Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, stating he ‘has to be more responsible’ regarding Lebanon strikes.
- The G7 has called for an ‘immediate cease-fire’ in Lebanon while welcoming the US-Iran peace deal.
- Trump has warned that the US will ‘go back to shooting at them’ if the Iran agreement is not followed to his satisfaction.
Still unconfirmed:
- A senior US official claims the agreement includes reopening Iranian ports, restarting nuclear negotiations within 60 days, and lifting the US blockade—though these details have not been officially confirmed.
- Trump is set to meet Middle East partners on the sidelines of the G7 summit to discuss regional stability.
- Macron and Trump will hold a private dinner at the Palace of Versailles following the summit to discuss the Iran deal and broader geopolitical strategy.