The U.S. signed on to the statement even though Trump left the summit early, citing the tensions in the Middle East

"At one point, there was concern they wouldn't be able to produce a joint declaration," a Western diplomat told the Post.

G7 leaders have reiterated their stance on Iran’s nuclear enrichment programme, saying the country would not be allowed to be a nuclear-armed state, even as they called for de-escalation in the Middle East,

The G7 leaders said that they "stand ready to coordinate, including with like-minded partners, to safeguard market stability".

Iran has called on leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) nations to denounce Israel over its ongoing military strikes as Russia appeals for de-escalation amid fears of a widening Middle East conflict. Sp

"We affirm that Israel has a right to defend itself. We reiterate our support for the security of Israel," G7 leaders said in a statement.

Ahead of the critical G7 Summit meeting in Canada, leaders of the forum have issued a statement on the ongoing conflict in West Asia, reiterating their commitment to peace while endorsing Israel's right to defend itself.