Leaders of the Group of Seven have pledged to strengthen Ukraine’s air defences and intensify economic pressure on Russia, including tougher sanctions targeting Moscow’s oil and gas sectors.
In a statement issued at the G7 summit in France on Wednesday, the leaders reaffirmed their commitment to supporting Ukraine’s fight to protect its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
“We, the Leaders of the G7, stand united in our unwavering support for Ukraine in defending its freedom, sovereignty, and territorial integrity,” the statement said.
The bloc, comprising Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the United States and the European Union, announced plans to accelerate the supply of air defence systems, additional interceptors and long-range capabilities to Kyiv.
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