G7 leaders align on Ukraine's territorial integrity, including US

European officials expressed relief and noted a "real moment of convergence" between the US administration and European nations. Macron stated that the summit marked a "turning point" and a "profound shift in approach," with the US demonstrating a willingness to work with Europeans in support of Ukraine. This outcome vindicated Europe's strategy of maintaining close engagement with Washington while increasing its own support for Kyiv.

According to European sources, Trump acknowledged Russia's lack of serious willingness to discuss peace. The G7 statement also pledged tougher sanctions on Russian energy, a key demand from European and Ukrainian officials. While President Zelenskyy did not secure a bilateral meeting with Trump, he had brief conversations on the sidelines. The summit also welcomed Trump's deal with Iran to end the war, though questions remain about Tehran's nuclear program. Europeans viewed the outcome as an off-ramp from potentially worse scenarios, easing pressure on energy markets and refocusing attention on Ukraine.