The leaders of the G7 countries have announced they stand united to support Ukraine, including its territorial integrity, and have agreed to increase the pressure on the Russian war economy.
"In this context, we will strengthen our sanctions (against Russia), including those on the oil and gas sectors," the leaders said in a joint statement on Wednesday.
Separately, the leaders, who are meeting for a summit in the French town of Evian-les-Bains, have also welcomed the deal between the United States and Iran and said they are ready to contribute to its implementation.
They said they would make efforts to diversify energy supply routes and reduce dependence on the Strait of Hormuz and increase energy stocks.
