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US-Iran deal leaves Europe on the sidelines in the Strait of Hormuz - analysis
Washington’s direct channel with Tehran has reduced the immediate need for a European-led maritime mission, while leaving major questions over safe passage through the strait.
Italy's Meloni says Trump 'totally invented' story that she begged him for photo
Iran deal turns into global loyalty test as tension builds between Trump and Israel - analysis
At G7 Summit, world leaders tackle reliance on China for critical minerals
G7 foreign ministers urge efforts to avoid inflaming Middle East tensions
G7 foreign ministers, led by Italy, urge all parties in the Middle East to avoid actions escalating the conflict and push for a ceasefire and increased humanitarian aid in Gaza.
G7 condemns Israeli creation of new West Bank settlements
“Israel’s settlement program is inconsistent with international law and counterproductive to the cause of peace,” said the foreign ministers from the seven countries.
France looks for a roadmap to end Hezbollah, Israel war
French President Emmanuel Macron spoke at the G7 summit in Italy, expressing concern of escalation in Israel's North expanding into a wider conflict.
G7 finance leaders to call on Israel to maintain Palestinian bank links
The G7 finance leaders also called for the removal or relaxation of other measures "that have negatively impacted commerce to avoid further exacerbating the economic situation in the West Bank."
Iran vows harsh response to IDF attacks but downplays Isfahan strike
Israel and Iran ease tensions after strikes, but Iran warns of forceful response to any further aggression. US seeks de-escalation. G7 condemns Iran's actions.
Biden: US won't participate in, support offensive operations against Iran - report
Biden and Netanyahu spoke for about half an hour over the phone overnight.
Canada's 'arms embargo' on Israel: Foreign policy theater for domestic audiences - analysis
In 2021, Canada's military product exports to Israel were worth around $21 million Canadian. Israel's defense budget is in the billions.
Netanyahu rejects Gaza ceasefire amid reports of limited hostage release
“Those calling for an immediate ceasefire have an obligation to explain how to address the unacceptable result it would likely bring about,” Blinken said,
Scholz pledges security assurances to Kyiv but no swift NATO membership
Berlin and its partners in the G7 and the European Union were working on long-term security assurances to Kyiv, Scholz said.
With eye on China, US and five allies condemn trade-related 'economic coercion'
The countries expressed concern about "pervasive subsidization," anti-competitive practices by state-owned enterprises.
