G7 countries preparing to further isolate Russia, weaken its ability to wage war - White House

National Security Council Coordinator for Strategic Communications John Kirby said this at a briefing in Washington on Tuesday, May 16, according to an Ukrinform correspondent.

"Over the last 15 months, the G7 has stood in solidarity with Ukraine, following Russia's invasion, rallying the world to support Ukraine and cutting Putin off from the key technologies and financing around the globe," Kirby said.

He noted that the level of solidarity with Ukraine is even stronger now than it was last year.

"You'll see concrete action to further isolate Russia and weaken its ability to wage its brutal war," Kirby said.

The G7 summit is due to take place on May 19-21 in the Japanese city of Hiroshima. World leaders are expected to discuss issues related to the international community's response to Russia's war against Ukraine, holding the Kremlin to account, and strengthening food security.