**US Opposes “Russian Aggression” Language in G7 Statement**
The United States is objecting to the use of the term “Russian aggression” in a planned G7 statement marking three years since Russia‘s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. This has caused tensions among allied nations.
According to Western officials, US envoys have objected to language that explicitly blames Russia for the war in Ukraine. The US wants to make a distinction between Russia and Ukraine, saying they are not the same.
**Tensions Rise Among Allies**
President Volodymyr Zelensky’s participation in the virtual G7 summit has not been confirmed yet. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has announced she will not take part.
US President Donald Trump has previously blamed Ukraine for the war, accused President Zelensky of acting like a dictator, and suggested that Russia should be invited back into the G7. This has alarmed Ukraine and European allies.
**US Policy Shift**
The US State Department has been using the phrase “Ukraine conflict” instead of Russian aggression, signaling a broader policy shift. The cancellation of a news conference between Zelensky and Trump’s special envoy for Ukraine, Keith Kellogg, has also reinforced concerns about the changing US approach.
**Growing Criticism in US**
Republican leaders have signaled growing reluctance to approve additional funding for Ukraine. House Speaker Mike Johnson stated that there is “no appetite” for another aid package, adding that the conflict must be brought to an end.
**European Leaders Express Concerns**
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced plans to meet Trump in Washington to discuss Ukraine. Macron defended Zelensky’s legitimacy and said elections are impossible under wartime conditions.
**Russian State-Backed Hacking Attempts Rise**
Google‘s Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) has identified a rise in Russian state-backed hacking attempts to compromise Signal messenger accounts.
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