G7 finance ministers discuss new anti-Russian sanctions

At a meeting in Canada, G7 finance ministers discussed strengthening economic measures against Russia aimed at limiting its military capabilities. This is stated in a joint statement by the ministers, published on September 12 on the website of the Canadian government.

"The G7 ministers also discussed a wide range of possible economic measures to increase pressure on Russia, including further sanctions and trade measures," the statement said.

Among the proposals is the introduction of new sanctions and duties against countries that support Russia.

In addition, the finance ministers of the Group of Seven countries agreed to accelerate negotiations on the use of blocked Russian sovereign assets to finance Ukraine's defense and explore alternative mechanisms that will help increase financial assistance to Kiev.

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Earlier in the day, it was reported that the European Union had officially extended sanctions against Russia for six months. It is noted that these restrictions are applied to 2.5 thousand individuals and legal entities.

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