G7 ready to take further restrictive measures against Russia

“We recall that the duration of economic sanctions is entirely linked to Russia's complete implementation of its commitments under the Minsk agreements. These sanctions can only be rolled back if Russia truly fulfills these commitments, but we also stand ready to take further restrictive measures should Russia's actions so require,” reads the G7 foreign ministers communique.

G7 also confirmed its support for the efforts within the Normandy format and of the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe for a solution to the conflict in eastern Ukraine.

In addition, G7 confirmed the continued support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and non-recognition of Russia's claim to have annexed Crimea. The G7 foreign ministers called on the Russian Federation to release seized Ukrainian ships and sailors and to refrain from impeding lawful passage through the Kerch Strait.

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