G-7 leaders call for easing tensions in the Middle East, emphasizing that Iran must not possess nuclear weapons.

The leaders of the G7 countries issued a statement calling for a de-escalation of tensions in the Middle East, but did not specifically call for an immediate end to the conflict between Israel and Iran. The statement also reiterated Israel's right to self-defense. "We urge the resolution of the Iran crisis and a broader de-escalation of hostile actions in the Middle East, including a ceasefire in Gaza," the leaders said in the statement. The language in the statement was toned down from earlier drafts that sought for both Iran and Israel to abide by international law and show restraint, which was opposed by the US. The draft also mentioned that a diplomatic solution is the best way to resolve the crisis, but this was eventually removed from the final version. The statement pointed out that Iran is a "major source of regional instability and terrorism," and stated that G7 leaders "consistently affirm that Iran must never have nuclear weapons." A US official said that after making modifications to the initial draft and further discussions with other leaders, US President Trump signed the statement.