Trump to Meet Middle East Leaders at G7, Iran Top Priority

The president is scheduled to depart late Sunday for Evian, where the G7 gathering will bring together leaders from Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Trump has confirmed bilateral meetings with three key regional partners: Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, the Emir of Qatar; Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi; and Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Emir of the United Arab Emirates.

According to a senior administration official speaking to reporters Saturday, the White House attempted to arrange a meeting with Saudi Arabia but scheduling conflicts prevented it from materializing.

Iran Peace Deal on the Horizon

The announcement of Trump’s diplomatic schedule comes amid reports of a potential peace agreement between the United States and Iran, which Pakistani officials have indicated could be finalized within 24 hours.

A senior administration official outlined the framework of the emerging deal during a briefing call. Iran will be required to open the Strait of Hormuz without imposing any toll, at which point Washington will lift its blockade, according to New York Post.

The official emphasized that several G7 nations stand ready to contribute once the agreement moves forward. France and Britain have committed to forming a coalition to clear mines from the strategic waterway.

International Demining Effort

The reopening of the Strait of Hormuz will require extensive demining operations, and the United States plans to play a central role in these efforts. The administration is encouraging G7 partners to participate in the clearance operations to restore normal maritime traffic as rapidly as possible.

The strait serves as a critical chokepoint for global energy supplies, making its security and accessibility a priority for Western economies and regional stability.

With information from New York Post