The leaders of the G7 countries ​said on Wednesday they stand ‌united to support Ukraine, including its territorial integrity, and 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.

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 added ​they will make efforts ​to ⁠diversify energy supply routes and reduce dependence on the Strait ⁠of ​Hormuz and increase ​energy stocks.