'One Year of the Ukraine War' G7 to Announce Comprehensive Sanctions Against Russia

[Asia Economy New York=Special Correspondent Joselgina] On the 24th (local time), marking one year since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) countries, including the United States, will announce additional sanctions against Russia.

According to the White House on the 23rd, a G7 summit to discuss support for Ukraine is scheduled to be held virtually on the 24th. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will also attend the meeting. The leaders are expected to discuss ways to strengthen pressure on Russia through support for Ukraine as well as sanctions against those supporting the war.

White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre confirmed this in a briefing, explaining that it is "to coordinate efforts to support Ukraine and hold Russia accountable for the war." She stated, "A year ago, the G7 convened just hours after Russian tanks entered Ukraine to impose unprecedented costs on Russian President Vladimir Putin and his associates," adding, "The G7 has been our strong and unified response mechanism against Russia."

On the same day, the United States will unveil the anticipated additional sanctions against Russia. Press Secretary Jean-Pierre said, "The U.S. will impose comprehensive sanctions on key sectors generating revenue for Putin," explaining, "This will target more Russian banks, defense and technology industries, as well as third-country actors attempting to evade our sanctions."

The sanctions are expected to include over 200 individuals and independent entities such as numerous Russian governors, families of government officials, defense-related material and technology companies, and organizations evading existing sanctions. Earlier, U.S. President Joe Biden also forecasted that additional sanctions by the U.S. and its allies against Russia would continue this week.

In the case of the European Union (EU), discussions on additional sanctions took place on the same day but failed to reach an agreement due to disagreements among member states. A source reported that Poland opposed sanctions related to Russian synthetic rubber. EU member states plan to make a final attempt to reach consensus on the morning of the 24th.

Additionally, Press Secretary Jean-Pierre stated, "We will announce new energy and security support to help Ukraine continue succeeding on the battlefield, protect its people, and provide basic services such as electricity and heating," adding, "We will stand with Ukraine as long as it needs us."

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