Trump to leave G7 early due to escalating Middle East conflict

US President Donald Trump has encouraged the immediate evacuation of Tehran, as the conflict between Israel and Iran enters its fifth day.

“Everyone should immediately evacuate Tehran!” Trump posted on Truth Social on Monday, about an hour after Iran launched a fresh barrage of missiles at Israel.

While Trump has called publicly for a diplomatic resolution to the conflict, he has also threatened military action if none emerges.

The war is “painful for both parties, but I’d say Iran is not winning this war”, Trump said at the G7 on Monday.

After being asked if he wanted to see regime change in Iran, Trump replied: “I want to see no nuclear weapons in Iran.”