VAUX-DE-CERNAY, FRANCE – Foreign ministers from the G-7 nations issued a strong call on Friday for an immediate halt to attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure amid the escalating Iran war, as they wrapped up a two-day meeting in France.
In a joint statement, the ministers, representing the United States, Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the European Union, emphasized minimizing the conflict’s fallout on regional allies, local populations, and vital infrastructure. “We focused on the value of diverse partnerships, coordination, and supporting initiatives, including to mitigate global economic shocks such as disruptions to economic, energy, fertilizer, and commercial supply chains, which have direct impacts on our citizens,” the group stated.
The diplomats also pressed for restoring safe, toll-free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments that has faced heightened risks from the war. France, this year’s G-7 host, hosted the gathering at the historic Vaux-de-Cernay Abbey, where discussions highlighted coordinated efforts to shield economies from spillover effects.
The statement reflects growing international concern over the Iran conflict’s potential to trigger broader instability, with G-7 leaders pledging sustained diplomatic pressure to de-escalate tensions and protect shared interests.