Trump to join Zelensky working session at G7 as allies debate Hormuz demining

Summit in Évian

Leaders of the G7 nations will meet in Évian-les-Bains, France, from 15 to 17 June for a summit addressing a range of urgent global issues. Hosted by France as the rotating G7 president, the gathering will also include the European Union, represented by European Council President António Costa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Six working sessions are scheduled, covering geopolitical challenges, peace and security for Ukraine and Europe, the Middle East situation, international partnerships, balanced economic growth, and the future of artificial intelligence.

In an era of geopolitical uncertainty and macroeconomic imbalances, G7 unity and effective multilateralism are essential to strengthen global stability, promote sustainable growth, and tackle common challenges.

Trump and Zelensky

U.S. President Donald Trump will join a G7 working session with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Tuesday. A senior U.S. administration official confirmed the meeting, though the official noted that no formal bilateral session between Trump and Zelensky has been scheduled. Trump has been critical of European allies, stating they "haven't been helpful now" but that G7 leaders could "be very helpful in future."

They haven't been helpful now, but they could be very helpful in future.

Hormuz demining and Middle East talks

The summit will also focus on post-war plans for the Strait of Hormuz. A senior U.S. official said Trump would discuss demining efforts with allies; the United Kingdom and France have expressed interest in assisting with the clearance once the conflict is suspended. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni previously indicated Italy might contribute to safe transit, but only in a post-conflict setting. On the sidelines, Trump will hold separate bilateral meetings with the emir of Qatar, Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani; Egypt's president, Abdel Fattah al-Sisi; and the president of the United Arab Emirates, Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. A bilateral meeting with Indian leaders is also on the agenda.

EU accession moves forward

Ahead of the summit, the European Union gave the green light for the first chapter of accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova. Commission President von der Leyen called the decision "a recognition of the determination, courage, and hard work shown by both countries in advancing reforms, even in the face of immense challenges."

This is a recognition of the determination, courage, and hard work shown by both countries in advancing reforms, even in the face of immense challenges, and a signal that the EU's offer of peace, stability, and opportunity is unsurpassed.

Security and protests

Évian-les-Bains and nearby Geneva are under tight security. Border and airspace controls have been raised to maximum levels, and authorities are bracing for large anti-G7 protests reminiscent of the 2003 G8 summit in the same town, which was marked by violent clashes.