Overview
- The G7 foreign ministers convened in Charlevoix, Canada, to address pressing global issues, including the Ukraine conflict, China's actions in the Indo-Pacific, and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
- German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, in what is likely her final international meeting, emphasized the importance of unity in addressing geopolitical challenges and securing peace in Europe.
- U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's stance against 'antagonistic language' toward Russia raised concerns about potential divisions within the group over Ukraine peace negotiations.
- Canadian Foreign Minister Mélanie Joly called for a 'just and lasting peace' in Ukraine and highlighted Canada's resilience in the face of U.S. trade tensions under President Trump.
- The group faces uncertainty about reaching a consensus on a joint statement, with debates over language and approaches to key global crises continuing into Friday.