Trump tells leaders ‘I am the boss’ at G7 summit after early statement committing support to Ukraine – Europe live

Donald Trump asserted his leadership role at the G7 summit on June 17, 2026, following an early statement that committed US support to Ukraine. The White House released a statement after Trump entered the summit for the Wednesday morning session. Mark Rutte clarified that adjustments to the US pledge to the Nato Force Model are not about current force locations but about responsibilities during defense plan activation. Rutte noted that historically, the model was "overly reliant" on the US. He emphasized that the US remains committed to Nato, expecting allies to share security responsibilities in Europe more equitably. This adjustment in US contributions to the Nato force model has been framed by some as the US withdrawing from its allies, but Rutte stated this is not the reality, as the US has made its commitment to Nato clear.