EU leaders set to meet after deadly strikes on Ukraine, including Unesco-listed religious site in Kyiv – Europe live

G7 leaders convened in Évian-les-Bains, France, on June 15, 2026, to address critical global issues including the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, the situation in Gaza, and tensions with Iran. French President Emmanuel Macron used the summit to condemn the recent Russian attacks on Ukraine, specifically highlighting the damage to the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Macron stated on X that "nothing justifies this attack on our universal heritage" and affirmed France's readiness to collaborate with Ukrainian authorities on heritage preservation. He further emphasized that the attack reinforced France's commitment, alongside allies and partners, to pursuing a ceasefire and ultimately peace, a goal Russia has consistently resisted. Macron also expressed uncertainty regarding the attendance duration of U.S. President Donald Trump, noting his history of potentially disruptive participation in summits. The G7 agenda aimed to foster cooperation and find diplomatic solutions to the pressing international crises.