British Prime Minister Keir Starmer told US President Donald Trump on Saturday that London backs Washington’s diplomatic push to end the war with Iran, as the two leaders prepare for next week’s G7 summit in France. Speaking on the eve of the high-stakes gathering, Starmer stressed the need for a “durable and lasting peace” in the Middle East, underscoring the urgency of coordinated Western action amid escalating regional tensions.

The call came as Trump prepares to meet Middle East partners on the sidelines of the G7 in France, where Iran’s ongoing conflict and its economic fallout will dominate discussions. European capitals are increasingly alarmed by the risk of a broader regional escalation, with the European Central Bank and Bank of England now weighing “two possible mistakes” in their real-time response to potential inflation spikes triggered by the crisis.

Meanwhile, the Trump administration has confirmed plans for a major NATO drawdown in Europe, including the withdrawal of US jets, tankers, bombers, and warships, a move that has sent shockwaves through European defence circles. The decision, reported by multiple sources, signals a significant shift in Washington’s military posture on the continent and raises questions about the future of transatlantic security commitments.

In a separate development, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin agreed on Saturday to deepen bilateral cooperation on trade, investment, security, and technology during talks in Dublin. The two leaders described the new framework as “practical, forward-looking, and action-oriented,” aligning with Ireland’s upcoming presidency of the Council of the EU, which begins on 1 July.

Carney’s push for “middle-power solidarity” has gained traction among European and Australian diplomats, who see it as a potential counterbalance to rising geopolitical fragmentation. The strategy is expected to feature prominently at the G7, where smaller and mid-sized economies may seek to coordinate responses to global challenges, from AI dependency to energy security.

The geopolitical shifts extend beyond Europe, with reports that Washington’s export controls on AI firm Anthropic have exposed the EU’s vulnerability in critical technology. European politicians are now calling for accelerated development of homegrown AI models to reduce dependence on US suppliers.

Against this backdrop, a joint statement by the leaders of France, the United Kingdom, Germany, and Ukraine reaffirmed their commitment to regional stability, though the document’s precise terms remain undisclosed. The statement follows weeks of high-level consultations as Europe grapples with the dual pressures of security threats and economic uncertainty.

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