G7 supported the continuation of sanctions policy against Russia – RBC

At the table (left to right): Chairman Donald Tusk European Council, Prime Minister of Japan Shinzo Abe, the President of France Francois Hollande, British Prime Minister David Cameron, Italian Prime Minister Matteo Renzi and German Chancellor Angela Merkel during a G7 summit. Japan, May 26, 2016

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G7 countries in the final communique of the summit in Japan supported a policy of sanctions against Russia. At the same time the leaders of “seven” in favor of the imposition of additional restrictive measures if “Russia’s actions this will require»

The leaders of the “Big Seven” in its final communique (.pdf) G7 summit in Japan expressed support for the sanctions policy against Russia. The document stresses that the period of action is strictly linked to the implementation of the Minsk agreements. Thus, additional approval, the document may be administered depending on the actions of Russia.

«We are united in our conviction that the conflict in Ukraine can only be resolved by diplomatic means and with full respect for international law, especially the legal obligation to respect the sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of Ukraine”, – stated in the the text of the communiqué.

it is also noted that the summit condemned “the annexation of the Crimea”, not recognized joining to Russia and support its policy of sanctions.

“We stress our strong support for the full implementation of the Minsk agreements and work format “Norman Quartet”, as well as the Tripartite Liaison group. We expect Russia to meet its obligations and will use its influence on the separatists to implement its obligations in full, “- said in the text

The communiqué stresses that the validity of the sanctions is strictly linked to the full implementation of Russia. Minsk agreements and respect the sovereignty of Ukraine. “Sanctions can be lifted, when Russia will fulfill these obligations. At the same time we are ready to impose additional restrictive measures if Russia’s actions this will require “, – reads the text of the communiqué

At the same time, the G7 leaders in their communiqué” recognize the importance of maintaining a dialogue with Russia in order to ensure compliance. its commitments and international law in order to achieve a comprehensive, sustainable and peaceful solution to the crisis. ”