G7 Summit 2026 Live Updates | Modi meets Zelenskyy after talks with Trump, calls for restoring ‘pre-war’ trade ties

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said he held talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on the sidelines of the G7 Summit in Evian, France.

In a post on X, Modi said India and Ukraine have been engaging extensively in recent years and that the meeting reviewed various aspects of bilateral cooperation.

The prime minister said both sides agreed that India-Ukraine trade ties should be restored to their pre-war levels, reflecting a shared interest in reviving economic engagement disrupted by the conflict.

Modi also reiterated India's position on the Russia-Ukraine war, saying New Delhi would "always be on the side of peace" and would place "the values of humanity over everything else".

US President Donald Trump said the United States will discuss Iran's ballistic missile programme and Tehran-backed proxy groups with Gulf nations in a parallel track to the ongoing US-Iran agreement.

Speaking to reporters at the G7 Summit in France, Trump indicated that concerns over Iran's regional influence and missile capabilities remain key issues for Washington and its allies, even as diplomatic efforts with Tehran continue.

The US president also commented on developments in the Levant, saying Syria's leader would like to target Hezbollah with "precision" strikes inside Lebanon.

Trump further revealed that Lebanon's leadership is expected to visit Washington in the coming weeks, suggesting continued US engagement with Beirut amid efforts to stabilise the region following the recent conflict.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced that the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) will enter into force on July 15, describing it as a historic milestone in bilateral relations, as PM Modi and Prime Minister Keir Starmer meet at G7 Summit 2026 in France.

Sharing a smiling picture of both the leaders in a post on X, Modi described the pact as a "historic milestone" in India-UK relations and said it would significantly boost bilateral trade and investment between the two countries.

The prime minister said the agreement would create new opportunities for Indian farmers, workers, MSMEs, startups and innovators, while contributing to India's long-term development goals under the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.

Modi added that both he and British PM Starmer, who are attending the G7 Summit in France, were pleased with the momentum the agreement is expected to bring to economic ties between the two countries.

US President Donald Trump has said India and the United States are "very close" to reaching a bilateral trade agreement, indicating progress in negotiations between the two countries.

US President Donald Trump strongly endorsed the defence relationship between India and the United States while praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi during remarks at the G7 Summit.

Asked about India-US defence ties, Trump described the relationship as "great" and suggested Washington would come to India's aid if it were attacked. "I think it's a great relationship. I can tell you this without having a contract", Trump said, adding "We don't have a contract, but if they were attacked, we would be there to help them. "

The US president then personalised the comments, referring directly to Modi. "If anybody attacks that man, we're going to be there," Trump said, adding that his confidence was tied to Modi's leadership.

"I'm not sure if there's a new leader, I don't know about that, if they're attacked and he's the leader, we're going to be there now", he added.

US President Donald Trump expressed condolences to the families of Indian sailors killed in a US strike, describing seafaring as a difficult profession and pledging continued cooperation with India.

Responding to a question on whether he had a message for the grieving families, Trump said: "Yeah, I do. I heard about that. It's a rough profession, there's no question about it."

The US president acknowledged the risks faced by seafarers and added that the United States and India work closely together on maritime issues. "We work together on it. This has been happening throughout time, but we work together," he said.

The remarks come days after the deaths of three Indian sailors aboard MT Settebello, an incident that drew concern in India and prompted calls for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the strike.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi raised the issue of killing of three Indian seafarers off the coast of Oman in his meet with President Trump at G7 Summit in France, and pointed that the safety of Indian sea operations is significant in bilateral ties.

"You are aware across the world, Indian seafarers in thousands are working and performing their duties across global maritime trade routes and their safety is of utmost importance to us", Modi said.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to hold talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy following his bilateral meeting with US President Donald Trump at the G7 Summit in France.

Leaders of the G7 nations have reaffirmed their existing commitments on exchange rate policy, signalling support for financial stability amid continued volatility in global energy markets.

In a joint statement issued at the summit in France, the leaders stressed the importance of strengthening crisis-management mechanisms to reduce the impact of future shocks and help stabilise oil markets.

The statement encouraged oil-importing countries to establish and maintain effective strategic petroleum reserve systems in line with the 90-day stockpiling requirement set by the International Energy Agency.

G7 leaders said stronger reserve systems could help mitigate disruptions linked to geopolitical crises and energy supply shocks while avoiding measures that could amplify market volatility. They also reiterated their commitment to long-standing G7 exchange rate principles, a move aimed at reassuring financial markets amid recent turbulence driven by fluctuating oil prices and geopolitical tensions.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said his discussions with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on the sidelines of the G7 summit were productive and focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation across several key sectors.

In a post on X, Modi said the two leaders explored ways to deepen collaboration in trade, investment, the circular economy, defence and information technology through joint efforts.

The prime minister added that India and Germany also discussed opportunities to further strengthen cultural ties between the two countries, alongside their growing economic and strategic partnership.

US President Donald Trump said the memorandum of understanding reached with Iran remains an interim arrangement and should not be viewed as a final settlement.

Speaking at the G7 summit in France, Trump described the document as a framework rather than a completed agreement, signalling that significant negotiations and implementation steps still lie ahead.

"It's a memorandum ​of ​understanding. And if ⁠I don't like it, we'll go back ‌to shooting at them, dropping bombs on their head. If I don't like it, if they don't behave, ⁠we'll ⁠go right back to dropping bombs right smack ⁠in ‌the middle ​of their head, ‌OK?", He said, adding that Washington would closely monitor Tehran's behaviour as the process moves forward.

Trump also reiterated that the agreement does not provide immediate sanctions relief for Iran, aligning with earlier comments from US officials that any economic benefits would depend on Iranian compliance and future implementation measures.

(With inputs from Reuters)

Leaders of the G7 nations wrapped up three days of talks in Evian-les-Bains, France, with a final day focused on artificial intelligence, economic growth and concerns over China's growing influence in global trade.

A working session on AI brought together political leaders and executives from major technology companies, including Sam Altman, Demis Hassabis and Dario Amodei. Discussions centred on the safe deployment of artificial intelligence and the implications of US dominance in the sector.

The summit also addressed concerns that subsidised Chinese exports are undercutting industries in Western economies. G7 leaders discussed ways to strengthen supply chains, reduce dependence on Chinese critical minerals and respond to what some European officials described as growing global economic imbalances.

On geopolitical issues, the leaders reaffirmed support for Ukraine, pledging additional air defence assistance and stronger sanctions on Russia. They also backed the emerging US-Iran agreement and called for safe, toll-free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, supporting international efforts to protect commercial shipping and clear any naval mines from the strategic waterway.

(With inputs from AP)

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said leaders at the G7 summit in France agreed to provide additional support for Ukraine’s defence and energy sectors as the war with Russia continues.

In a statement, Zelenskyy said the most important outcome was an agreement to strengthen Ukraine’s air defence capabilities, a critical need as Russia continues missile and drone attacks across the country.

The G7 leaders also pledged to support Ukraine’s energy resilience and increase economic pressure on Moscow through additional sanctions. In a joint declaration, the leaders praised Ukraine’s recent battlefield performance and said there was “new momentum” in Kyiv’s resistance against Russian forces.

(With inputs from AP)

The European Commission has announced an Ebola financial support programme following calls at the G7 summit for a stronger international response to the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda.