Macron says Trump signs Iran agreement at Versailles during G7 summit

U.S. President Donald Trump signed an initial agreement to end hostilities with Iran during a dinner at the Palace of Versailles on the final night of the G7 summit in France. French President Emmanuel Macron, who hosted the event as a celebration of French-American friendship, praised the deal, saying it could end the conflict, restore peace and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, potentially lowering oil prices.

The signing was not announced in advance, and French Economy Minister Roland Lescure told French radio RTL that it came as a surprise to most officials, although he noted that Trump had indicated his intention to sign shortly before the ceremony.

Macron used the historic venue to reinforce European influence, describing Versailles as an “instrument of influence” aimed at keeping Trump engaged through the remainder of the summit. The event also marked a shift in Trump’s stance on Ukraine, with the president delivering what European diplomats described as “reassurance on the Middle East” and confirming continued U.S. support for Kyiv.

Following the signing, G7 leaders issued a joint statement pledging increased deliveries of air-defence systems and long-range weapons to Ukraine, as well as stronger sanctions on Russia’s energy sector. Macron highlighted the importance of American backing for Ukraine, noting that Trump joined a three-way call with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy from Versailles.

The summit also included discussions on Lebanon, where Trump expressed sympathy for the country while criticizing Israel and its prime minister.