Macron hails US alignment with G7’s ‘shared commitment’ on Ukraine
Summary
French President Emmanuel Macron said the G7 countries, including the US under President Trump, now share a strong commitment to supporting Ukraine’s territorial integrity. The leaders agreed to increase sanctions on Russia and cooperate on producing weapons in Ukraine, marking a significant change from last year’s G7 summit.Key Facts
- The G7 includes the US, France, Germany, Italy, the UK, Canada, and Japan.
- Macron said President Trump and other leaders recognized that Russia is not seriously willing to seek peace in Ukraine.
- Last year, there was a sharp disagreement in the G7, and President Trump left the summit early.
- President Trump met Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy twice during this summit and was impressed by Ukraine’s military progress.
- The G7 agreed to increase sanctions on Russia, especially targeting energy sectors.
- Ukraine will produce long-range missiles and air-defense systems under license from European countries to boost its defense and economy.
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said this licensed production helps make up for low current weapons production.
- Macron said Zelenskyy invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to the G7 summit, but Russia has not responded.
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