Israel's attack on Iran is set to dominate the agenda at the upcoming G7 summit, forcing western powers to spend less time on other issues. Many Iranians are unhappy with their country's economy, lack of freedom of speech, women's rights, and minority rights. The conflict may be relatively new, but it has already raised concerns about potential worst-case scenarios.
https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2025-06-15-israelis-survey-damage-in-city-hit-by-iranian-missileThe upcoming G7 summit in Alberta, Canada, will be dominated by the Israel-Iran conflict, forcing leaders to spend less time on other issues like Russia's war against Ukraine and Donald Trump's tariff war. The US president holds significant leverage over Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, making their influence crucial in shaping the discussion. Global security and economic risks are high if the conflict escalates, with oil prices potentially soaring.
https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/world/2025-06-15-israel-iran-conflict-set-to-dominate-g7-summitThe G7 summit in Alberta, Canada, is expected to reaffirm stronger commitments to support Ukraine, as seen at previous meetings with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and foreign minister Marco Rubio. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will attend the event, where a discussion on protecting Ukraine's sovereignty will take place on its final day.
https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-polytics/4004591-g7-leaders-to-reaffirm-strong-support-for-ukraine-at-summit-in-canada-expert.htmlThe Group of Seven (G7) leaders are hosting international guests from India, Ukraine, Mexico, South Africa, and South Korea at their summit in Canada, reflecting the group's efforts to adapt to a rapidly changing world. The guest list is part of the G7's routine, with host nations often extending invitations as a gesture of welcome.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2025/06/15/world/politics/g7-canada-attendees/Indian Prime Minister's first trip abroad since the Pakistan crisis is significant, particularly with Turkey's involvement in the region. Cyprus, set to take over EU presidency in 2026, aims to strengthen ties with India, seen as a "bridge" to the EU. This move may be perceived negatively by Turkey, which has supported Islamabad on the Kashmir issue. The Indian Prime Minister will discuss the Indo-European and Indo-Cypriot relationship, as well as the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), during his visit. He will meet with President Christodoulides in Cyprus before heading to Canada.
https://www.euronews.com/2025/06/15/indian-pm-modis-visit-to-cyprus-upgrade-of-indo-european-relationsUS-Iran nuclear talks in Oman were canceled due to ongoing attacks by Israel, which Iran considers "barbarous". An Israeli strike on Iran's South Pars gas field in Bushehr province caused a fire and partially suspended production. Iran has reviewed closing the Strait of Hormuz, controlling access to the Gulf for tankers, after 78 people were killed in the first day of Israel's campaign, including 60 children. Iran launched retaliatory missile strikes on Friday night, killing at least three people in Israel. The US has warned that its allies' military bases in the region could be targeted if they helped down Iranian missiles.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40367789/israel-and-iran-strike-at-each-other-in-new-wave-of-attacksIran claims to have developed a missile that can evade the US' Terminal High Altitude Defense (THAAD) and Patriot systems, which are considered effective against short- and medium-range missiles. The Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei stated that Iran's response to Israel would not be "half-measured" if it were attacked again, vowing consequences for the Zionist regime. Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said they carried out a precise response against dozens of targets in Israel, including military centers and airbases, at Khamenei's command.
https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/what-is-the-haj-qaseem-ballistic-missile-iran-israel-conflict-13897440.htmlIran has responded to the Israeli attack with older-generation missiles, according to Ali Saeidi, head of the Political and Ideological Directorate of the Iranian Armed Forces. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) stated that most of the missiles used in the latest operation belong to Iran's older generation of weapons, despite having access to modern missiles and technologies.
https://www.fakti.bg/en/world/978656-iran-uses-old-missiles-in-strikes-on-israelIran's Revolutionary Guards have struck Israeli sites used by warplanes for refuelling in retaliation for earlier Israeli strikes. The Guards vowed a more fierce response if Israel continues its campaign. Yemen's Huthi rebels coordinated their missile attacks with Iranian military operations, which were intercepted by the Israeli military. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan warned of a "devastating war" with regional consequences during a call with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer deployed fighter jets and assets to the Middle East for contingency support while urging de-escalation.
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