--- title: G7 Leaders Call For 'Immediate Cease-Fire' in Lebanon as They Welcome U.S.-Iran Peace Deal description: Trump, meanwhile, has warned that the U.S. will "go back to shooting at them" if he doesn't like the Iran agreement. canonical: https://time.com/article/2026/06/17/g7-leaders-call-for-immediate-ceasefire-lebanon-us-iran-peace-deal/ author: Callum Sutherland article:opinion: false article:content_tier: free article:published_time: 2026-06-17T13:33:12.000Z article:modified_time: 2026-06-17T21:50:25.322Z article:section: World og:title: G7 Leaders Call For 'Immediate Cease-Fire' in Lebanon as They Welcome U.S.-Iran Peace Deal og:description: Trump, meanwhile, has warned that the U.S. will "go back to shooting at them" if he doesn't like the Iran agreement. og:url: https://time.com/article/2026/06/17/g7-leaders-call-for-immediate-ceasefire-lebanon-us-iran-peace-deal/ og:site_name: TIME og:image: https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blt4abd6422798fe5bf/6a32a288cef145505698fe4d/GettyImages-2282009067.jpg?branch=production og:image:width: 4971 og:image:height: 3314 og:image:alt: GettyImages-2282009067.jpg og:type: article twitter:card: summary_large_image twitter:title: G7 Leaders Call For 'Immediate Cease-Fire' in Lebanon as They Welcome U.S.-Iran Peace Deal twitter:description: Trump, meanwhile, has warned that the U.S. will "go back to shooting at them" if he doesn't like the Iran agreement. twitter:image: https://static.time.com/v3/assets/bltea6093859af6183b/blt4abd6422798fe5bf/6a32a288cef145505698fe4d/GettyImages-2282009067.jpg?branch=production ---  # G7 Leaders Call For 'Immediate Cease-Fire' in Lebanon as They Welcome U.S.-Iran Peace Deal > Sponsored content. 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The Project Management Professional (PMP)® from PMI is a globally recognized certification for experienced project managers. For those newer to the field, PMI's Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)® is a common starting point. Other notable certifications include those focused on agile methodologies, such as the PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP)®, and program management certifications like the Program Management Professional (PgMP)®. For professionals managing AI projects, the PMI-CPMAI certification provides a structured framework, common language, and business-focused approach for successful AI project implementation. #### How does PMI support career growth for professionals? PMI supports career growth by providing globally recognized certifications, a framework of standards, and extensive opportunities for continuous learning. Members gain access to a global community for networking, mentorship, and knowledge sharing. The organization also produces research and thought leadership on emerging trends, helping professionals stay current with skills in areas like AI, agile practices, and strategic business management. These resources are designed to help professionals at all levels enhance their skills and advance their careers. #### What is the PMBOK® Guide? The PMBOK® Guide, or A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge, is PMI’s foundational guide to generally accepted project management knowledge and practice. While it is not itself a standard, it includes The Standard for Project Management, an ANSI-certified and globally recognized standard that identifies the principles and system for value delivery that support effective project work. 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Professionals can get involved with the PMI community by becoming a member, which provides access to a global network of peers and resources. Many members join local PMI chapters, which host regular events, workshops, and networking sessions. Online, PMI's projectmanagement.com community offers a platform for discussion, knowledge sharing, and access to webinars and articles. Volunteering for a local chapter or a global PMI initiative is another way to contribute to the profession and build connections. #### What is the difference between PMP and CAPM? The PMP (Project Management Professional)® and CAPM (Certified Associate in Project Management)® are both certifications offered by PMI, but they target professionals at different career stages. The CAPM is an entry-level certification designed for individuals with little or no project experience, validating their understanding of fundamental project management knowledge and terminology. The PMP is for experienced project managers and requires a combination of formal education and years of documented project leadership experience, making it a more advanced and globally recognized certification. #### How does PMI support social impact? PMI supports social impact by helping individuals, nonprofits, NGOs, and communities use project management to turn purpose into measurable outcomes. Through the PMI Educational Foundation, PMI expands access to project management education for youth worldwide, including underserved and underrepresented populations. Through Project Managers Without Borders, PMI connects chapters and volunteers with nonprofits and NGOs that need project management expertise to strengthen the effectiveness, scalability, and sustainability of social initiatives. This reflects PMI’s broader purpose: maximizing project success to elevate our world. ### Sources * Project Management Institute | [pmi.org](/c/pmi-2026-q3/home?i=530ae086-1433-4f8f-a32e-6837c3e63bcc&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, "Earning Power: Project Management Salary Survey—Fourteenth Edition" | [pmi.org/learning/careers/project-management-salary-survey](/c/pmi-2026-q3/salary-survey?i=530ae086-1433-4f8f-a32e-6837c3e63bcc&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, "Global Project Management Talent Gap" | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/global-project-management-talent-gap](/c/pmi-2026-q3/talent-gap?i=530ae086-1433-4f8f-a32e-6837c3e63bcc&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, "Maximizing Project Success" | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/project-success](/c/pmi-2026-q3/project-success?i=530ae086-1433-4f8f-a32e-6837c3e63bcc&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, “Pulse Report 2025: Boosting Business Acumen” | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/boosting-business-acumen](/c/pmi-2026-q3/business-acumen?i=530ae086-1433-4f8f-a32e-6837c3e63bcc&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, “Pulse of the Profession® 2026: Driving Success in Complex Projects” | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/driving-success-in-complex-projects](/c/pmi-2026-q3/complex-projects?i=530ae086-1433-4f8f-a32e-6837c3e63bcc&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI, “Step Up: Redefining the Path to Project Success with M.O.R.E.” | [pmi.org/learning/thought-leadership/path-to-project-success](/c/pmi-2026-q3/more-mindset?i=530ae086-1433-4f8f-a32e-6837c3e63bcc&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) * PMI Education Foundation, PMIEF 2024 Annual Report, [pmi.org PMIEF 2024 Annual Report (PDF)](/c/pmi-2026-q3/pmief-report?i=530ae086-1433-4f8f-a32e-6837c3e63bcc&cr=agentads-creative-pmi-v1) ### FAQ structured data (JSON-LD, optional) by [Callum Sutherland](https://time.com/author/callum-sutherland/) ## Callum Sutherland Reporter Jun 17, 2026 1:33 PM UTC  German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, U.S. President Donald Trump, President of France Emmanuel Macron, Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney, and Prime Minister of Italy Giorgia Meloniat the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, on June 17, 2026. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, U.S. President Donald Trump, President of France Emmanuel Macron, Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney, and Prime Minister of Italy Giorgia Meloniat the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, on June 17, 2026.Anna Moneymaker—Getty Images by [Callum Sutherland](https://time.com/author/callum-sutherland/) ## Callum Sutherland Reporter Jun 17, 2026 1:33 PM UTC Leaders of the G7 countries have called for an “immediate" cease-fire in Lebanon as strikes between [Israel and Hezbollah](https://time.com/article/2026/04/10/israels-hezbollah-lebanon-war-explained/) threaten to scupper the [U.S.-Iran peace deal](https://time.com/article/2026/06/15/america-iran-peace-agreement-prevent-next-war/). In a joint statement issued Wednesday, the final day of the summit in France, the leaders [said](https://www.elysee.fr/en/G7evian/2026/06/17/g7-leaders-statement-on-geopolitical-issues) they “support, through an immediate robust cease-fire, the Lebanese leadership’s efforts to achieve the disarmament of Hezbollah and the monopoly of arms.” They called for the protection of Lebanon’s “territorial integrity and sovereignty with the appropriate international security guarantees.” The renewed fighting in Lebanon is causing concern amid ongoing efforts to secure a long-lasting truce between the U.S. and Iran. Tehran is adamant that any cease-fire with Washington must also end the hostilities between Israeli forces and Hezbollah, an Iran-backed militant group, and that any permanent truce must lead to Israel withdrawing its forces from southern Lebanon. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Monday ruled out any immediate withdrawal from Lebanon, [vowing](https://x.com/IsraeliPM/status/2066727576735735822) to remain “in the security zones for as long as it is required to defend our country.” Both sides have accused each other of violating the [fragile cease-fire](https://time.com/article/2026/04/16/israel-lebanon-ceasefire-trump/) that came into place in April and has done little to halt the [trading of strikes](https://time.com/article/2026/06/04/hezbollah-rejects-israel-lebanon-ceasefire-agreement-strikes/). U.S. President Donald Trump [voiced his frustrations](https://time.com/article/2026/06/16/trump-netanyahu-israel-warning-hezbollah-us-iran-peace-deal/) with Netanyahu at the G7 summit. “I'm not happy with the way Israel has handled themselves with Lebanon and with Hezbollah. They should have been able to do the job faster,” Trump told reporters Tuesday. “It just goes on forever,” he continued. “When that happens, it throws a negative light on the big deal, the deal with Iran.” Since the Israel-Hezbollah fighting reignited in March, early on in the Iran war, at least 3,783 have been killed in Lebanon, with 11,699 wounded, according to the [country’s Health Ministry](https://www.moph.gov.lb/en/Media/view/85262/updated-total-toll-of-the-aggression-3516-martyrs-and-10674-wounded#/en/Media/view/85583/-updated-total-toll-of-the-aggression-3783-martyrs-and-11699-wounded). Amid concerns for the wider picture, G7 leaders expressed support for the [preliminary deal](https://time.com/article/2026/06/14/iran-peace-talks-israeli-strikes-beirut-trump/) between Washington and Tehran, calling it “an historic opportunity to prevent Iran from acquiring any nuclear weapon and tackling the threats related to its regional and ballistic activities.” They pledged to stand “ready to contribute to its implementation” and celebrated that the framework of the memorandum is understood to secure the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. According to a [leaked draft of the 14-point memorandum](https://time.com/article/2026/06/17/us-iran-peace-deal-agreement-leaked-draft-text/), Iran reportedly must “immediately take steps to ensure that the movement of merchant ships from the Persian Gulf to the Sea of Oman, and vice versa is resumed within 30 days to the pre-war volume, taking into account the need for the removal of technical obstacles and the neutralization of mines by Iran.” The leaders doubled down on Europe’s long-argued stance that the [Strait of Hormuz](https://time.com/article/2026/03/17/what-is-the-strait-of-hormuz-global-trade-oil-flow-iran-war/), a vital trade passage through which around a fifth of global oil production flows, should be free of restrictions and tolls. Iran has used the narrow waterway as a [geopolitical bargaining chip](https://time.com/article/2026/05/19/global-food-crisis-concerns-strait-of-hormuz-iran-trade-choke-hold/) since the start of the war, effectively closing it down and upending the global energy supply. “We commit to accelerate the diversification of energy supply routes in order to reduce global vulnerability to the Strait of Hormuz and to increase our energy stocks,” said the G7 leaders. The [memorandum of understanding](https://time.com/article/2026/06/15/america-iran-peace-agreement-prevent-next-war/) agreed upon by Washington and Tehran is set to extend the cease-fire by 60 days, allowing for further discussions to reach a permanent end to the war and iron out more contentious negotiations such as Iran’s [nuclear program.](https://time.com/article/2026/03/27/us-iran-war-nuclear-weapons-proliferation-deterrent-trump/) Stressing that the agreement is not final, Trump [said](https://x.com/FoxNews/status/2067202509110702566) Wednesday: “It's a memorandum of understanding. And if I don't like it, we'll go back to shooting at them, dropping bombs on their head.” The Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (FDFA) told TIME that the memorandum is set to be signed at the Bürgenstock resort in Switzerland on Friday. “The location was proposed by the Pakistani and Qatari mediators, as well as by the U.S. and Iran. Switzerland is acting as a facilitator in this process, creating the practical and diplomatic conditions necessary for this meeting to take place on Swiss territory,” said an FDFA spokesperson. U.S. Vice President J.D. 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