Trump denies U.S. will invest in Iran, as he meets allies at G7 summit

Key Points:

• U.S. President Donald Trump denied rumors that the U.S. would invest money in Iran following a memorandum of understanding, stating the U.S. has no plans to fund Iran but reserves the right to act if necessary.
• Trump announced a deal with Iran aimed at ending their conflict in the Middle East and dismissed reports of a $300 billion investment fund for Iran as "Fake News."
• Despite maintaining a "great relationship" with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump criticized Israel's handling of its conflict with Hezbollah in Lebanon, urging more responsibility from Israel.
• The G7 summit in France is focusing on key issues including the Iran situation, Middle East security, Ukraine, economic growth disparities, and artificial intelligence, with European leaders calling for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and a ceasefire in Lebanon.
• European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized the need to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and reduce energy dependency, highlighting lessons learned from recent regional conflicts.