G7 leaders approved a statement on the fight against terrorism and violent extremism during a summit hosted by Italy.

“We showed our united commitment and our determination to continue and to strengthen our fight against terrorism,” said Italian PM Paolo Gentiloni.

“The leaders of G7 stand united in expressing our deepest sympathy and condolences to the families of the victims of the brutal terrorist act in Manchester in the United Kingdom,” the statement reads.

“We condemn in the strongest possible terms terrorism in all its forms and manifestations.”

The G7 consists of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK and the US, while the European Union (EU) also has representatives present.