Trump doesn’t like how things played out.
Kananaskis, Canada — President Donald Trump made headlines Monday at the G7 summit by boldly stating that Russia—and even China—should be brought into the global power circle once again. His remarks have sparked global debate, with strong reactions from both world leaders and American voters.
“The G7 used to be the G8. Barack Obama and Trudeau didn’t want Russia in. That was a major mistake,” Trump told reporters.
According to the 45th president, the exclusion of Russia from the summit directly contributed to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, a conflict he believes would not have happened under his leadership.
“There would be no war if I were in office. And if Russia had been at the table, this never would have escalated,” Trump said during a press conference in the Canadian Rockies.
Trump Slams Past Decisions by Obama and Trudeau
Russia was booted from the elite group in 2014 after annexing Crimea. Trump emphasized that pushing adversaries out of the discussion only breeds more hostility.
“You keep your enemies at the table, not outside,” Trump explained. “Putin wasn’t an enemy until they made him one.”
This statement is drawing heavy interest across conservative circles and international relations forums. Many Americans agree: Peace through strength works—when Trump leads.
WATCH:
BREAKING: Donald Trump set the tone and just humiliated Mark Carney at the G7.
— Marc Nixon (@MarcNixon24) June 16, 2025
Said Russia should never have been kicked out G7
Doubled down on tariffs
Shrugged off Carney’s ideas “their good” but mine are better. “we’ll see what we can do” pic.twitter.com/5FaKV1hTL6
Trump Hints at G9 — Includes China in the Conversation
Trump went further, suggesting a G8—or even G9—format, bringing authoritarian nations like Russia and China back into direct discussions.
“It’s not a bad idea. Leaders need to talk. Putin speaks to me—he doesn’t speak to anyone else. He felt deeply insulted after being tossed out.”
This diplomatic approach contrasts sharply with the Biden administration’s policies, which have allowed global tensions to rise from Ukraine to the Middle East.
Carney Admits: “The G7 Is Nothing Without U.S. Leadership”
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who hosted the summit, echoed a point Trump supporters have long made:
“The G7 is nothing without U.S. leadership.”
Yet under President Biden, American leadership on the world stage appears weaker than ever, according to both analysts and voters.
G7 Scrambles to Address Iran-Israel Crisis, Rising Global Chaos
While President Trump focused on restoring global balance and diplomacy, the G7 nations scrambled to manage multiple crises, including:
- The Iran-Israel conflict over nuclear weapons
- Global economic instability
- Trade imbalances and rising energy prices
Trump, who previously negotiated peace deals in the Middle East and brought China to the table on trade, said he’s ready to do it again—if given the chance in 2025.
Foreign Policy Experts Say Trump Still Has Global Influence
According to Matthew P. Goodman of the Council on Foreign Relations:
“Trump’s ongoing conversations with Vladimir Putin suggest no real G7 progress can happen without U.S. strength—and Trump is still the key.”
With world leaders divided, and global crises escalating, one thing is clear: President Trump’s leadership still commands the respect—and fear—of America’s rivals.
BOTTOM LINE:
The G7 may have turned its back on Trump—but millions of Americans haven’t. As the world teeters on the edge of war and economic collapse, Trump’s message of strong diplomacy, smart deals, and America First remains more relevant than ever.