G7

UK will not be drawn into war, will free energy bills from Russian, Iranian control, PM says

Starmer said the UK will be “exploring each and every diplomatic avenue” in order to push for de-escalation and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. 

|ByDANYA SAPERSTEIN
Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer speaks during a press conference at Downing Street in London, Britain, April 1, 2026.
French President Emmanuel Macron chairs a video conference of G7 leaders to discuss the fallout of the war in Iran on the world economy, amid the US-Israeli war on Iran, at the Elysee Palace in Paris on March 11, 2026.

G7 foreign ministers meet in France amid Iran, Ukraine wars, economic strain, US policy unease

The two-day gathering at the restored 12th-century Abbaye des Vaux-de-Cernay, about 40 km (25 miles) southwest of Paris, brings together ministers from the G7.

|ByREUTERS
Commander-in-Chief of the Iranian Army, Amir Hatami speaks during a meeting with military academy students, in Tehran, Iran, in this handout image obtained on January 7, 2026.

Iran threatens US, Israeli infrastructure over energy strikes

"If the enemy attacks fuel and energy infrastructure, all energy, information technology, and desalination infrastructure belonging to the US and the regime in the region will be targeted," Iran said.

|ByJAMES GENN, REUTERS
The Callisto tanker sits anchored as the traffic is down in the Strait of Hormuz, amid the US-Israeli conflict with Iran, in Muscat, Oman, March 10, 2026.

Global powers release oil reserves as Iran war threatens Strait of Hormuz supply

IEA member states approved the release of 400 million barrels from strategic oil reserves to mitigate the impact of a potential Iranian blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.

|ByTOBIAS HOLCMAN, REUTERS

Turkey seeks to join BRICS in a strategic shift away from the West - opinion

Turkey’s application to join BRICS reflects Erdogan’s dissatisfaction with the West, aiming to strengthen ties with non-Western powers like Russia and China.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024ByNEVILLE TELLER
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan speaks after a signing ceremony in Ankara, Turkey September 4, 2024.

Over 8,000 Iranian-made kamikaze drones were launched by Russia into Ukraine since 2022 - report

The US had previously warned Ukraine in 2022 that Iran was in the process of supplying Russia with drones, Iran International reported on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024ByMAYA GUR ARIEH
A rescuer rests at the site of a Russian drone and missile strike on residential buildings, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Lviv, Ukraine September 4, 2024.

Iran issues flight warning notice to pilots ahead of expected attack on Israel

Antony Blinken said that an attack carried out by Iran and Hezbollah against Israel could begin as early as Monday.

AUGUST 5, 2024ByMAARIV, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
The plane of Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq is seen at Mehrabad Airport in Tehran, Iran May 28, 2023.

G7 foreign ministers urge efforts to avoid inflaming Middle East tensions

G7 foreign ministers, led by Italy, urge all parties in the Middle East to avoid actions escalating the conflict and push for a ceasefire and increased humanitarian aid in Gaza.

AUGUST 4, 2024ByREUTERS
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken with the assorted foreign ministers of the G7 FOreign Ministers during NATOs 75th anniversary summit in Washington, US, July 11, 2024.

G7 condemns Israeli creation of new West Bank settlements

“Israel’s settlement program is inconsistent with international law and counterproductive to the cause of peace,” said the foreign ministers from the seven countries.

JULY 11, 2024ByTOVAH LAZAROFF
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken with the assorted foreign ministers of the G7 FOreign Ministers during NATOs 75th anniversary summit in Washington, US, July 11, 2024.

France looks for a roadmap to end Hezbollah, Israel war

French President Emmanuel Macron spoke at the G7 summit in Italy, expressing concern of escalation in Israel's North expanding into a wider conflict.

JUNE 13, 2024ByTOVAH LAZAROFF
A building in Kiryat Shmona that was hit by a Hezbollah rocket

G7 finance leaders to call on Israel to maintain Palestinian bank links

The G7 finance leaders also called for the removal or relaxation of other measures "that have negatively impacted commerce to avoid further exacerbating the economic situation in the West Bank."

MAY 25, 2024ByREUTERS
US PRESIDENT Joe Biden and Secretary of State Antony Blinken attend a video meeting with G7 leaders to discuss the Iranian attack on Israel, at the White House on Sunday.

Iran vows harsh response to IDF attacks but downplays Isfahan strike

Israel and Iran ease tensions after strikes, but Iran warns of forceful response to any further aggression. US seeks de-escalation. G7 condemns Iran's actions.

APRIL 20, 2024ByTOVAH LAZAROFF, ZVIKA KLEIN
An Iranian woman walks past an anti-Israel banner with a picture of Iranian missiles on a street in Tehran, Iran April 19, 2024.

Biden: US won't participate in, support offensive operations against Iran - report

Biden and Netanyahu spoke for about half an hour over the phone overnight.

APRIL 14, 2024ByHANNAH SARISOHN, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
U.S. President Joe Biden delivers virtual remarks during the National Action Network Convention from the Eisenhower Executive Office Building's South Court Auditorium at the White House in Washington, U.S., April 12, 2024.

Canada's 'arms embargo' on Israel: Foreign policy theater for domestic audiences - analysis

In 2021, Canada's military product exports to Israel were worth around $21 million Canadian. Israel's defense budget is in the billions.

MARCH 20, 2024ByMICHAEL STARR
Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly speaks during a joint press conference with Ukrainian counterpart Dmytro Kuleba, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine, in Kyiv, Ukraine February 2, 2024.