G7 rallies behind Ukraine after abrupt Trump exit
At the G7 summit in Kananaskis, Canada, six member countries—Canada, the UK, France, Germany, Italy, and Japan—released a coordinated statement affirming support for Ukraine after U.S. President Trump controversially left early, blocking a joint communiqué on Russia and Ukraine.
Canada unveiled C$2 billion in military aid, including drones and helicopters for Kyiv. European leaders, including Starmer and von der Leyen, emphasised the need for intensified sanctions and energy market stability amid Israel‑Iran tensions. Trump, citing the Middle East conflict, departed without meeting Zelenskyy—undermining unity and prompting calls for separate statements.
Read a WTX News report on the latest from the G7
🔁 Reactions:
- Government (Canada’s Mark Carney): “This underscores the importance of standing in total solidarity with Ukraine.”
- Opposition (EU Commission President von der Leyen): “We must raise pressure on Russia—strong sanctions are crucial.”
📰 Bias Snapshot:
- France 24/AFP/Reuters report neutrally on fractured summit diplomacy, missed statements, and bilateral aid without sensationalism.
- The Guardian/WSJ underscore Trump’s abrupt departure and rift impact, highlighting Zelenskyy’s isolation and weakened G7 cohesion.
- Bloomberg and Le Monde frame the episode as symptomatic of deeper Western divisions, especially over Russia, the Israel‑Iran crisis, and trade alignment.
📊 Sentiment: Neutral–positive.