UK to provide over $17M to restore Ukraine's energy sector
This was stated in a press release on the UK government's website, Ukrinform reports.
"UK announces new support to make vital repairs to Ukraine’s energy sector in the face of Russian bombardment, alongside reallocating humanitarian support for those most impacted by the loss of power, heating, and water this winter," the press release states.
In addition, the UK has today announced its intention to introduce a maritime services ban on Russian LNG, building on the recent targeting of Russia's two largest oil companies - Rosneft and Lukoil.
"This action will significantly reduce Russian exports of LNG and directly cut off access to the UK's world-leading maritime services. The ban will be phased in over 2026 in lockstep with our European partners," the statement says.
UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper, commenting on the government's decision, emphasized that Russian leader Vladimir Putin is attempting to plunge Ukraine into darkness and cold ahead of winter.
"Ukraine's security is our security and that's why here at the G7, we are standing together as the closest of partners to drive forward support for Ukraine and overcome the challenges the world is facing today," she said.
As Ukrinform reported, the G7 countries will continue to actively assist in rebuilding Ukraine's energy infrastructure damaged by Russian attacks.
Photo: Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine
