<p>KANANASKIS, ALTA. — A joint G7 statement supporting Ukraine in the face of its invasion by Russia was kiboshed during the summit after the U.S. refused to sign on unless it was watered down, according to a Canadian government official.</p>

Six members agreed on 'strong language' in support of Ukraine, but that hit a fatal roadblock when it was presented to the Americans.{ai:summary}<p>A joint G7 statement backing Ukraine against Russian aggression was blocked at the summit due to the U.S. insisting on a diluted version before agreeing to sign. This development highlights ongoing tensions within the group regarding support for Ukraine. #foreignaffairs</p>

G7 statement supporting Ukraine kiboshed after U.S. demand to ‘water down’ language

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