The title of the declaration examines Trump three times, saying that since the United States and Iran have reached an agreement to end hostilities, it is now easier to take further economic measures against Russia.
“We consider this an opportune time to proceed with additional steps, as President Trump has presented an agreement that we support in reopening the Strait of Hormuz,” the statement said.
The leaders, who are meeting in Evian-les-Bains for a three-day G7 summit, also committed to “increase air defense capabilities, additional systems and controls, and long-range capabilities” for Ukraine and “consider extending Ukraine license benefits to allow for increased Ukrainian military production.”
The declaration comes at the end of the day set by unexpected convergence between Trump and other G7 members. On Tuesday, Trump also hinted that he was ready to restore sanctions on Russian oilwhich Washington had previously postponed until mid-June.
“This G7 is time for a strategic wake-up call,” French President Emmanuel Macron said in a video posted after the leaders’ dinner, where he emphasized that these decisions were supported by all G7 members, including America.
Looking for alternatives to Hormuz
The document also welcomes the US-Iran agreement and supports an international mission, led by Britain and France, to protect ships and facilitate trade in the Strait of Hormuz.
