G7 leaders back Trump’s plan to end Iran war that faces skepticism at home

G7 leaders in Evian-les-Bains, France, backed a tentative U.S.-Iran agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and extend a fragile ceasefire, though neither the White House nor Iran has publicly released the full text. French President Emmanuel Macron called it a ‘very good deal,’ emphasizing its potential to stabilize a region causing economic instability. Leaked copies of the interim deal indicate Iran will reopen the Strait—critical for global oil and gas supplies—and allow unrestricted oil sales upon signing. The accord, due for a formal ceremony in Switzerland on Friday, outlines U.S. efforts to lift sanctions on Tehran if a final nuclear agreement is reached. Trump expressed confidence in the deal’s completion, stating, ‘They want to sign. They want to get back to a normal life.’ The G7 summit’s final day included discussions on artificial intelligence and economic growth, alongside concerns about China’s subsidized exports flooding global markets. Skepticism remains within Trump’s own party and among allies, who question whether the deal will fully address Iran’s nuclear program or ensure the Strait of Hormuz stays open. A joint maritime mission led by France and the U.K. will support commercial shipping and verify mine clearance in the strait, which Iran has effectively blocked since conflict began on February 28. The G7 leaders also addressed broader economic challenges, with India, South Korea, Kenya, and Brazil joining discussions on trade and job competition. Trump later visited the Palace of Versailles for a formal dinner before returning to Washington. The deal’s success hinges on Trump’s ability to convince domestic critics and deliver on promises to stabilize the region’s oil trade and security.