During a bilateral meeting on the sidelines of the G7 summit, former US President Donald Trump lauded UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, characterizing him as a "warrior" and a figure of profound respect. Trump highlighted the enduring and "outstanding" partnership between the two nations, noting that significant UAE investments in the US are fueling unprecedented domestic development. In response, Sheikh Mohamed expressed his gratitude for Trump’s steady commitment to allies, particularly emphasizing the value of US support throughout the recent conflict involving Iran.

The discussion also touched upon the broader geopolitical landscape, with Trump suggesting that the success of the Abraham Accords will likely encourage more nations to follow the UAE’s lead in regional normalization. Parallel to these diplomatic talks, major progress was reported regarding a memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran. This development, which aims to curb Tehran’s nuclear ambitions and stabilize shipping in the Hormuz Strait, marks a pivotal shift toward de-escalation. Following the announcement of a peace deal, officials from both sides signaled a commitment to long-term negotiations, focusing on reconstruction, sanctions relief, and a permanent end to hostilities in the region.