Donald Trump Praises Iran Deal at G7 Summit in France

U.S. President Donald Trump attended the G7 summit in France and highlighted the perceived unity among the leaders after a preliminary agreement with Iran to curb its nuclear programme. He said the summit produced “great unity” and noted positive comments from other leaders about falling global oil prices. Trump also reiterated support for Ukraine and praised the collective stance against Russia’s invasion, while later thanking China and Russia for remaining “neutral” in the conflict.

According to reports, Trump unexpectedly pushed for an immediate signing of the Iran memorandum of understanding during a dinner at the Versailles Palace, using a marker to endorse the document before the formal ceremony slated for a later gathering in Switzerland. The improvised signing was witnessed by French President Emmanuel Macron and senior U.S. officials. The deal, covering 14 points to limit Iran’s nuclear activities and a reconstruction fund, soon faced sharp criticism from U.S. politicians who warned it could reward Tehran with significant concessions and strain the U.S. economy ahead of upcoming elections.