G6 Leaders Salvage Summit After Trump’s Abrupt Exit Amid Global Crises

The 2025 G7 Summit held in Kananaskis, Canada, was marked by significant tensions and the abrupt early departure of U.S. President Donald Trump, who left citing urgent matters related to escalating violence in the Middle East. Trump’s exit occurred amid discussions on critical issues such as trade wars, the Ukraine conflict, and Iran's nuclear program, and he notably urged Iran to make a deal on its nuclear ambitions while warning of the need to evacuate Tehran. Despite his departure, the remaining six G7 leaders, including Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and leaders from the UK, France, Germany, Italy, and Japan, continued efforts to maintain unity and address global crises, particularly Russia's war on Ukraine and the volatile Israel-Iran situation. The summit achieved a modest consensus on preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons and called for de-escalation of hostilities in the Middle East, including a ceasefire in Gaza. While Trump maintained a protectionist trade stance and declined to join new sanctions on Russia, other leaders emphasized solidarity in pressuring Moscow and supporting Ukraine. The summit underscored fractures in traditional alliances, with Trump's unilateral actions contrasting with the collective approach of other G7 members.