Jammu, June 19 -- The G-7, traditionally perceived as a bloc of the world's most advanced and influential economies, is expected to project unity, strength, and seasoned diplomacy, particularly in times of global crisis. However, the recently concluded G-7 Summit and Outreach session held in Kananaskis, Canada, exposed deep fissures within the grouping. Rather than demonstrating cohesive leadership, the summit laid bare internal discord and a lack of direction in addressing some of the most pressing international conflicts today.

Among the foremost challenges confronting the summit were the ongoing and intensifying Russia-Ukraine war, the mounting tensions between Israel and Iran, and Israel's relentless military operations in Gaza. Yet,...