G7 ministers unite on Ukraine and Sudan, avoid US military and trade disputes

13/11/2025 01:14 France 24

Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven industrialized democracies wrapped up talks in Canada on Wednesday, reaffirming support for Ukraine and condemning violence in Sudan while steering clear of contentious issues such as recent US military strikes in the Caribbean and tensions over trade.

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