European Commission President: Spoke with Trump, Reaffirmed Commitment to Reaching a Trade Agreement by July 9

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen: Before the G7 Summit, I had a constructive call with U.S. President Trump. We discussed the tense geopolitical situation in the Middle East and the need for close coordination regarding its impact on energy markets. We also talked about the situation in Ukraine, the necessity of a ceasefire, and the importance of maintaining pressure on Russia. Finally, we reviewed the ongoing trade negotiations, and I reiterated our commitment to reaching a solid agreement by July 9.