Key Facts

• The 2026 G7 summit took place in Evian, France, with leaders from Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Britain, and the United States.
• The final day focused on security risks from artificial intelligence (AI) and social media, involving CEOs from OpenAI, Anthropic, and Mistral AI.
• European countries discussed banning social media use for children under 16 to improve cybersecurity.
• President Trump played a key role, especially with his agreement to end the war with Iran, which is set for signing in Switzerland soon.
• The summit also addressed pressure on Russia to negotiate peace in the Ukraine conflict.
• Macron invited President Trump to a private dinner at the Palace of Versailles after the summit, emphasizing that it was not a formal gala.
• Trump said he accepted the invitation and described the palace as "the real deal," referencing its historical significance.
• Leaders hoped to finalize statements on the Middle East and Ukraine before holding separate press conferences.