G7 issues rare joint rebuke of Iran amid escalating crisis with Israel

BANFF, Canada — The Group of Seven leaders have condemned Iran in what has become a rare joint statement after President Donald Trump departed the 2025 annual summit early to address the crisis unfolding between Israel and Iran in the Middle East.

“We, the leaders of the G7, reiterate our commitment to peace and stability in the Middle East,” the G7 leaders wrote late Monday. “In this context, we affirm that Israel has a right to defend itself. We reiterate our support for the security of Israel. We also affirm the importance of the protection of civilians.”