US President donald trump on tuesday (June 17, 2025) criticized French President Emmanuel Macron for his recent statements. Macron had said that the US President had left the Group of Seven (G7) summit early to work on a ceasefire between israel and Iran. donald trump wrote on Truth Social, "Publicity-seeking French President Emmanuel Macron mistakenly said that I went back to DC from the G-7 summit in canada to work on a 'ceasefire' between israel and Iran."
Emmanuel is always wrong: Trump
He further wrote, "Wrong! He does not know why I am going to Washington, but it certainly has nothing to do with the ceasefire. Much more than that, whether intentionally or unintentionally, Emmanuel is always wrong. Stay tuned." Addressing reporters at the G-7 summit, Macron had said that trump was considering the possibilities of a possible ceasefire between iran and Israel, after the US leader announced his early exit.
Need to resume talks: Macron
"In fact, a meeting and dialogue has been proposed. Especially for a ceasefire and then to start a comprehensive dialogue. Now it remains to be seen whether both sides move forward on this or not," Macron said. Describing it as a positive development, Macron further said, "Right now, I believe there is a need to resume the dialogue. There is a need to protect civilians."
The French President further said that he does not expect any immediate change in the situation, but the US has assured that it will find a way to a ceasefire and they have the ability to put pressure on Israel, so the situation may change.
Trump had earlier announced that he was cutting short his participation in the G-7 summit and returning early. trump told the media, "I have to come back early for obvious reasons." He said that he will leave after a formal dinner with these wonderful leaders.
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