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Evian-les-Bains: U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday described a proposed agreement aimed at ending the U.S. war with Iran as a potential breakthrough for global security, as he began his visit to the G7 summit of leading industrialized nations in France.
Speaking at the start of the summit in Evian-les-Bains, Trump said the emerging deal could mark a turning point in relations with Iran and help stabilize energy markets and global economic conditions. He emphasized that the United States was “turning the page” with a long-time adversary while signaling optimism about developments in the Middle East.
“I think a lot of great things are going to happen in the Middle East right now,” Trump said during a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron, noting that oil prices were declining and stock markets were rising.
The agreement, which is expected to be formally signed later this week, reportedly includes provisions still under negotiation over the next 60 days. A memorandum of understanding is expected to be released after signing, though officials have not yet disclosed its full contents.
Trump said the deal represents a major diplomatic achievement that could reshape regional stability. He added that improved market confidence reflected optimism surrounding the potential agreement.
The announcement comes as global leaders gather for the G7 summit amid ongoing tensions over energy security and the economic impact of the conflict. The war with Iran has contributed to volatility in oil markets and strained relations among allied nations.
Trump’s approach has drawn mixed reactions from other G7 leaders, including Macron, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, some of whom had previously expressed concerns over limited consultation regarding U.S. actions in the conflict.
However, Macron appeared supportive during the opening session, congratulating Trump on progress toward the agreement.
“It’s a very important matter for peace of the whole world,” Macron said, signaling cautious approval as discussions continue among G7 leaders.
The summit is expected to focus heavily on the implications of the U.S.-Iran negotiations, global energy stability, and broader geopolitical coordination among leading industrial economies.