“President Trump on Monday abruptly left a Group of 7 summit Canada, where he joined other leaders in signing a statement criticizing Iran, to deal with the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran,” the New York Times reports.
“Mr. Trump had previously refused to sign the statement, but decided to do so when the draft language was adjusted.”
Wall Street Journal: “In leaving early, Trump abandoned several conversations on trade and global security, aimed at easing tensions over tariffs and other issues.”
Washington Post: “Other presidents, including Trump in his first term, have cut short trips to the G-7 and similar international meetings in recent years. In 2023, for example, President Joe Biden shortened a trip to the Pacific region, skipping stops in Papua New Guinea and Australia to deal with the U.S. debt crisis.”
“But Trump’s announcement here came in a far more ominous context as the United States expands its military presence in the Middle East.”
Before leaving Canada, Trump said in a cryptic post: “Everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!”
