President Donald Trump is traveling to Évian-les-Bains, France, for the annual G7 summit, marking his first in-person attendance since the commencement of the U.S.-Iran war.

The summit, scheduled from June 15 to June 17, takes place against a backdrop of significant global instability, with the ongoing conflicts in Iran and Ukraine expected to be central topics of discussion among leaders of major industrialized nations.

This year's meeting is particularly noteworthy as it is the first G7 gathering since the U.S. and Iran entered a state of war. The conflict, now in its 15th week, has contributed to rising fossil fuel and oil prices worldwide, impacting the global economy. Tensions have reportedly arisen between President Trump and some G7 allies due to their reluctance to fully support his requests for assistance in the conflict.

Discussions are anticipated to heavily focus on the Middle East. President Trump is scheduled for bilateral meetings with leaders from Egypt, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. This comes after significant military escalations between the U.S. and Iran in the past week. President Trump stated on Sunday that an agreement has been reached with Iran that will ensure the opening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global oil transport.

Last year, President Trump departed the G7 summit early due to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, subsequently launching "Operation Midnight Hammer" against Iran's nuclear facilities. This year, the focus remains on regional stability and economic consequences stemming from the prolonged U.S.-Iran war.

Leaders are also prioritizing efforts to secure lasting peace in Ukraine. The war, initiated by Russia's invasion over four years ago, has seen recent escalation, including Ukraine's expanded long-range drone attacks targeting Russia. President Trump has previously expressed confidence in his ability to resolve the conflict quickly.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to attend the summit and meet with G7 leaders on Tuesday, though a one-on-one meeting with President Trump is not currently scheduled. While resolving the Ukraine conflict remains a stated priority for the U.S. administration, Ukraine was not explicitly listed as a U.S. objective for this summit.

The G7 comprises France, Canada, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the United Kingdom, along with the United States. Leaders from other nations are often invited, and President Zelenskyy's attendance highlights the international focus on the conflicts shaping the global geopolitical landscape.