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Despite U.S. rift, G-7 diplomats unite on Ukraine and maritime security

Two communiqués expressed 'unwavering support' for Ukraine and 'growing concern' at China's maritime aggression.

U.S. tensions overshadowed the G-7 foreign ministers' meeting in Canada.
U.S. tensions overshadowed the G-7 foreign ministers' meeting in Canada. (AN/Canada's G-7 Presidency)

Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven wealthy nations and European Union overcame tensions with the Trump administration to express joint support for Ukraine's sovereignty and a U.S. ceasefire proposal.

A G-7 communiqué on Friday from top diplomats, including U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, reaffirmed their nations' "unwavering support for Ukraine in defending its territorial integrity and right to exist, and its freedom, sovereignty and independence."

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