Trump leaves G7 early; Iran wants ceasefire

Amid escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, US President Donald Trump cut short his visit to the G7 summit in Canada. There are reports of Iran sending messages to Washington via Arab intermediaries, expressing desire to end the conflict with Israel and resume nuclear talks with the US, according to reports.

“President Trump had a great day at the G7, even signing a major trade deal with the United Kingdom and Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Much was accomplished, but because of what’s going on in the Middle East, President Trump will be leaving tonight after dinner with Heads of State,” 

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt wrote on X.

Talking to media persons ahead of a meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney at G-7, Trump said Tehran is seeking to discuss de-escalation and should do so “before it’s too late.”

“I’d say Iran is not winning this war, and they should talk, and they should talk immediately before it’s too late,” he was quoted as saying.

“Iran should have signed the ‘deal’ I told them to sign. What a shame, and waste of human life. Simply stated, IRAN CAN NOT HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON. I said it over and over again! Everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!” Trump also wrote on his Truth Social media platform.