The second day of the G7 summit opened this Tuesday in Évian-les-Bains with an agenda focused on two urgent diplomatic issues: the war in Ukraine and the agreement between the United States and Iran. France is hosting the summit from June 15 to 17, 2026, with the leaders of the G7, the European Union, several partner countries, and invited guests, including Ukraine and Gulf States.
Zelensky welcomed by Macron, Trump at the table
Volodymyr Zelensky He arrived in Évian in the morning, where he was greeted by Emmanuel Macron. Before the joint meeting, the two presidents held a bilateral discussion. The main event then brought together Ukraine and the G7 members for a session entitled "Building Peace and Security for Ukraine and Europe." Donald Trump was present at the table.
Trump calls on Moscow to conclude
After the discussions, Donald Trump stated that "Russia should reach an agreement" with Ukraine. The American president described the meeting as "Very good" and stated his intention to do everything possible to end the war. Zelensky, for his part, emphasized the need to strengthen Ukraine's air defenses and to pursue diplomatic efforts to compel Moscow to cease the conflict.
The pressure is shifting to Putin
The G7 discussions focused on support for Ukraine, the military capabilities needed for its defense, and the pressure to be exerted on Russia. Additional sanctions against Moscow, particularly targeting the oil, gas, shadow shipping, and banking sectors, were among the options discussed. The stated objective is to impose a heavier political and economic burden on Russia should it refuse a settlement.
The other front: Iran and the Strait of Hormuz
At midday, the summit shifted its focus to the Middle East. Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar were brought into the discussions on the agreement between Washington and Tehran. The text, welcomed by several leaders, provides for a phase of technical negotiations and an immediate priority: the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to unrestricted commercial shipping.
Hormuz, a vital point for the world economy
The Strait of Hormuz remains a strategic passage for energy flows. Emmanuel Macron He noted that approximately a quarter of the world's oil and gas production transits through this area. France and the United Kingdom stated their readiness to participate in a defensive mission aimed at securing traffic, using maritime, air, and mine-clearing assets.
Iranian nuclear program: conditions remain in place
Leaders involved in the Iranian issue have set a clear line: Tehran must not acquire nuclear weapons. The lifting of sanctions is conditional on verifiable measures regarding Iran's nuclear program. Discussions must also address ballistic missile capabilities, the role of the IAEA, and regional stability, particularly in Lebanon.
A summit under high security
The summit is being held under exceptional security measures. Nearly 13,800 personnel are deployed around Evian, including police, gendarmes, soldiers, customs officers, intelligence units, bomb disposal teams, civil security personnel, and medical teams.
Three days to forge common ground
Beyond Ukraine and the Middle East, the G7 still needs to address trade tensions, economic imbalances, economic security, international partnerships, the protection of populations, and artificial intelligence. But Tuesday's discussions have already established the summit's central focus: reaching a common position on Ukraine, framing the Iran-US agreement, and preventing Hormuz from remaining a global sticking point.
