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G7 leaders back US-Iran deal, reaffirm support for Ukraine
🇴🇲 Oman /Conflict & Security

G7 leaders back US-Iran deal, reaffirm support for Ukraine

From Times of Oman · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • G7 leaders at the summit in France backed a US-Iran peace deal and reaffirmed support for Ukraine.
  • They pledged increased military aid, including air defense systems, and stronger sanctions against Russia.
  • The leaders also supported maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz and discussed Indo-Pacific security and supply chain stability.

Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) nations have officially welcomed the emerging peace agreement between the United States and Iran, describing it as an opportunity to prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Meeting at the 52nd G7 Summit in France, the leaders issued a joint declaration expressing their readiness to support the implementation of the deal and backing broader diplomatic negotiations.

The G7 nations also reaffirmed their unwavering commitment to Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity. The declaration outlined plans to bolster Kyiv's military capabilities, particularly by increasing the delivery of air defense systems and long-range weaponry. Measures to expand Ukraine's domestic military production and strengthen its energy resilience ahead of winter were also agreed upon. The group vowed to intensify pressure on Russia's war economy through enhanced sanctions, targeting key sectors like oil and gas.

We, the Leaders of the G7, stand united in our unwavering support for Ukraine in defending its freedom, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.

— G7 LeadersStated in the joint declaration, reaffirming commitment to Ukraine.

Beyond the immediate conflicts, the G7 leaders addressed broader geopolitical and economic issues. They called for greater cooperation on Indo-Pacific security, energy resilience, and supply chain stability. The group also endorsed efforts to ensure the safety of commercial shipping and unrestricted transit through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, acknowledging vulnerabilities exposed by recent disruptions.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy welcomed the summit's outcomes, noting discussions focused on securing more air defense missiles, winter support, and increased pressure on Russia. Meanwhile, the G7's endorsement of the US-Iran deal signifies a unified international stance on West Asian developments, contrasting with potential regional spoilers.

We welcome the announcement of a deal between the United States and Iran, secured under the strong leadership of President Trump.

— G7 LeadersIncluded in the declaration, welcoming the US-Iran agreement.
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Originally published by Times of Oman in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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