G7 will continue to meet Ukraine’s military and defense equipment requirements
This is underscored in the joint statement made by G7 leaders following the virtual summit on December 12, released on the website of the German presidency of the Group.
“With a view to a viable post-war peace settlement, we remain ready to reach arrangements together with Ukraine and interested countries and institutions on sustained security and other commitments to help Ukraine defend itself, secure its free and democratic future, and deter future Russian aggression in line with its rights enshrined in the Charter of the United Nations (UN Charter),” reads the statement.
It is noted that G7 countries will continue to coordinate efforts to meet Ukraine’s urgent requirements for military and defense equipment with an immediate focus on providing Ukraine with air defense systems and capabilities.
The G7 leaders reiterate that Russia’s irresponsible nuclear rhetoric is unacceptable and that any use of chemical, biological, or nuclear weapons would be met with severe consequences.
They also strongly condemn Russia’s continued seizure and militarisation of Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant, the abduction and reported abuse of Ukrainian personnel, and the willful destabilisation of its operations. G7 supports the International Atomic Energy Agency’s (IAEA) efforts to establish a Safety and Security Zone.
“Russia’s war of aggression must end. To date, we have not seen evidence that Russia is committed to sustainable peace efforts. Russia can end this war immediately by ceasing its attacks against Ukraine and completely and unconditionally withdrawing its forces from the territory of Ukraine,” the statement says.
The leaders welcome and support President Zelenskyy’s initiative for a just peace.
As noted, G7 remains committed to its unprecedented coordinated sanctions measures in response to Russia’s war of aggression and pledges to maintain and intensify economic pressure on Russia and those who evade and undermine our restrictive measures.
The leaders reaffirm their intention to phase out Russian-origin crude oil and petroleum products from their domestic markets and reiterate the decision that the price cap on Russian origin petroleum products will enter into force on 5 February 2023.
As reported, Paris will host an international conference to support Ukraine’s civilian resilience during the winter period on December 13. More than 45 countries and 20 international organizations are expected to participate.
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