G7 Condemns Russian Attacks, Supports Ukraine Energy Security Restoration

The Group of Seven (G7) energy ministers have strongly condemned Russia's ongoing missile and drone attacks targeting Ukraine's energy infrastructure, which pose severe threats to civilian safety, environmental security, and the country's economic stability. Ukrainian officials, including Energy Minister Svitlana Grynchuk and Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko, emphasized the unprecedented destruction of critical energy facilities, including natural gas infrastructure essential for heating during the approaching winter. The G7 countries committed to supporting the restoration and modernization of Ukraine's energy sector through financial aid, technical assistance, and sanctions aimed at weakening Russia's war resources. The International Atomic Energy Agency has also raised alarms about the risks to nuclear safety amid these assaults. Meetings held in Toronto underscored international coordination to rebuild a resilient, clean, and decentralized energy system in Ukraine, while urging further sanctions against Russia and dismantling its shadow tanker fleet to cut off war funding. The collective efforts aim to secure Ukraine's energy supply, protect civilians, and uphold energy security in the face of ongoing aggression.