Can Trump Be Convinced to Back Ukraine? G7 Leaders Try
Donald Trump has urged Russia to 'make a deal' with Ukraine as the leaders of G7 countries meet on Tuesday, attempting to bring the conflict back to the top of the international agenda. European leaders are hoping to capture Trump's attention long enough to discuss Ukraine, but the US president's focus remains on the US-Israeli war against Iran.
Nosheen Iqbal speaks to the Guardian's Europe correspondent Jon Henley about the challenges of engaging Trump on Ukraine and the broader geopolitical dynamics at play.
Key Points from the Article
- Trump calls for Russia to negotiate with Ukraine.
- G7 leaders meet to refocus on the Ukraine conflict.
- European leaders struggle to divert Trump's attention from Iran.
The discussion highlights the difficulty of maintaining international pressure on Russia while the US administration prioritizes other conflicts. Henley provides insight into the diplomatic efforts and the potential outcomes of the G7 meeting.
