The upcoming Group of 7 summit, hosted by France, has been rescheduled by a day to avoid conflict with a UFC fight card planned at the White House on June 14th. Originally slated for June 14-16, the summit will now take place from June 15-17. This change follows President Trump’s announcement last October of a “big UFC fight” at the White House, planned in coordination with UFC president Dana White. The event is expected to draw thousands of spectators and aligns with Trump’s blending of politics, sport, and spectacle.
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The G7 summit in Kananaskis concluded with Canada pledging C$2 billion in military aid to Ukraine, despite internal divisions regarding a unified statement on the war. President Zelenskyy expressed disappointment over a missed opportunity to secure further weapons support from President Trump, declaring diplomacy to be in crisis. The final G7 chair’s statement voiced support for Trump’s peace efforts and emphasized the need for Russia to reciprocate Ukraine’s commitment to a ceasefire, while exploring further sanctions. Despite Canada’s significant aid, the United States remains Ukraine’s primary arms supplier.
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President Trump’s premature departure from the G7 summit stemmed from disagreements with French President Macron over Greenland and a disinterest in meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy. His stated reason for leaving was the need to address the Israeli-Iranian conflict, though sources suggest his irritation with Macron played a significant role. This early exit prompted NATO to shorten its upcoming summit to prevent similar disruptions. The incident involved Trump’s cancelled meeting with Zelenskyy and subsequent criticism of Macron.
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The G7 summit concluded without a joint statement supporting Ukraine, reflecting growing divisions within the group. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy’s requested meeting with President Trump did not occur due to Trump’s early departure to address the Israel-Iran conflict. Zelenskyy declared a crisis in diplomacy and urged continued pressure on Trump to influence an end to the war. Despite the lack of a unified G7 statement, Canada pledged $1.47 billion in military aid and new sanctions against Russia.
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Rachel Maddow contrasted the widespread “No Kings” protests with the low turnout at Trump’s military parade, highlighting the president’s dwindling popularity. She characterized Trump’s premature departure from the G7 summit and his erratic tariff policies as further evidence of his weakening international and domestic standing. Maddow argued that Trump’s perceived failures are emboldening his opponents while simultaneously causing unease among his allies. She concluded that his “weak and feckless” leadership is increasingly unsustainable.
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Canada pledged $4.3 billion in aid to Ukraine, allocating $2 billion for military supplies (contributing to NATO commitments) and $2.3 billion as a loan for infrastructure reconstruction, repayable through interest on frozen Russian assets. Simultaneously, Canada imposed new sanctions on 77 individuals, 39 entities, and 201 vessels involved in Russia’s “shadow fleet.” This support follows similar UK actions, demonstrating a coordinated Western response to bolster Ukraine’s defense and pressure Russia. Zelenskyy expressed gratitude for the timely assistance.
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President Trump’s abrupt departure from the G7 summit was attributed by French President Macron to potential US involvement in brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, a claim Trump later denied. While Trump cited unspecified “bigger” reasons for his early return to Washington, he confirmed receiving signals of Iran’s desire to de-escalate. Following a surprise Israeli attack on Iran, retaliatory strikes and escalating tensions prompted international calls for de-escalation, with concerns raised about potential environmental damage and Iran’s nuclear program. Despite the White House downplaying direct US military involvement, Macron warned against regime change through force.
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Following a press conference at the G7 summit, President Trump accidentally dropped the signed US-UK trade agreement while presenting it to the media. The incident, met with good humor from Prime Minister Starmer, did not affect the deal’s finalization. This agreement, effective by month’s end, eliminates tariffs on aerospace products. The dropped document highlighted the significance of the newly established trade partnership between the US and UK.
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President Trump departed the G7 summit in Calgary a day ahead of schedule, foregoing a planned meeting with Prime Minister Albanese. His early departure, attributed to the Middle East situation, occurred after a successful day including a trade agreement with the UK. The abrupt exit prevented discussions on AUKUS and Australia’s defense contributions, leaving Albanese without the anticipated bilateral meeting. Trump’s early return represents a significant setback for planned Australian-US discussions.
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