The G7 countries are expected to announce a new package of sanctions against Russia.
US President Joe Biden will hold a virtual meeting with other leaders of the G7 countries (Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Great Britain) on Friday, February 24.
According to CNN, White House Press Secretary Karin Jean-Pierre announced that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyi will attend the meeting “to continue coordinating efforts to support Ukraine and hold Russia accountable for the war.”
“A year ago, this group came together just hours after Russian tanks entered Ukraine to make Putin and his henchmen pay. We worked together to provide Ukraine with the security, economic and fiscal, humanitarian and energy assistance it needs. the seven anchored our strong and unified response to Russia. Tomorrow, leaders will discuss how we will continue to support Ukraine and continue to increase pressure on Putin and all those who support his aggression,” said Karin Jean-Pierre.
A White House spokeswoman separately praised Japan, which chairs the G7, for providing an additional $5.5 billion in economic aid, calling the country a “faithful ally” in aid efforts to Ukraine.
The reaction of the G7 to the war in Ukraine – the latest news
In December, the leaders of the G7 countries issued a joint statement in which they emphasized that they are determined to make Russia pay for the destruction of critical infrastructure in Ukraine and hold Russian dictator Vladimir Putin accountable. They confirmed their unwavering support and solidarity with Ukraine.
Earlier this month, the ministers of the “Big Seven” (G7) countries met, the talks were held at the invitation of Japanese Foreign Minister Yoshimasa Hayashi. They were attended by the head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Dmytro Kuleba. After the meeting, he announced the acceleration of the supply of weapons and the introduction of new sanctions against Russia, and hinted at surprises in the matter of the supply of military aid.
It is expected that on Friday, February 24, the G7 countries (Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Great Britain and the USA) will announce a new package of sanctions against the aggressor country. which will target middlemen who help the Russians circumvent sanctions.
