On June 16, during the G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France, U.S. President Trump stated that the restoration of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz 'doesn't need much (external) help.' Trump made this remark during a meeting with French President Macron, who earlier that day indicated that several European countries are prepared to participate in escort operations in the Strait of Hormuz. The G7 consists of the United States, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Canada, and Japan. France is the rotating president of the G7 this year. The summit is being held from June 15 to 17 in Évian-les-Bains, France. (Xinhua News Agency)