Afghanistan, June 17 -- The G7 leaders issued a joint statement declaring that Iran can never possess a nuclear weapon, stressing global security.

In a joint statement released on Tuesday, June 17, G7 leaders affirmed Israel's right to self-defense and stressed that Iran must never acquire nuclear weapons.

The G7 also urged all parties to de-escalate tensions in the Middle East and called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza.

According to CNN, European leaders-led by French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer-aimed to secure a unified stance on the Middle East during talks hosted by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.

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