Fact Check: Did world leaders violate Covid protocols at G7 summit?

Several snapshots of Queen Elizabeth, Prince Charles, Boris Johnson, Joe Biden and Emmanuel Macron, among others, show them without masks and in close proximity at the G7 summit. India Today's AFWA probes the truth.

The recently concluded G7 summit was the first face-to-face meeting of participating heads of states since the Covid pandemic began. Leaders of the world’s economic superpowers met at Cornwall, England, from June 11-13 to discuss a range of global issues. However, the summit has come under heavy criticism on social media, with many users claiming world leaders openly flouted Covid restrictions. Several snapshots of Queen Elizabeth, Prince Charles, Boris Johnson, Joe Biden and Emmanuel Macron, among others, show them without masks and in close proximity. India Today Anti Fake News War Room (AFWA) has found that though there are some pictures of leaders without masks and sans social distancing, the overall summit was conducted in a Covid-secure manner. Participants underwent regular Covid tests and all world leaders were already vaccinated, at least partially. Some events were held outdoors and maximum participants were limited to 30.