G7 Leaders Back Patriot Production for Ukraine as Russia Faces New Oil and Gas Sanctions
Updated
Updated · The Associated Press · Jun 16
G7 Leaders Back Patriot Production for Ukraine as Russia Faces New Oil and Gas Sanctions
3 articles · Updated · The Associated Press · Jun 16
Summary
G7 leaders agreed in a 75-minute session with Volodymyr Zelenskyy to step up pressure on Russia and support more air defenses for Ukraine, including expanded Patriot missile production through licensing.
A French diplomat said the new push would target Russia’s oil and natural gas sectors, while Zelenskyy said the group was unanimous that Moscow must be forced toward peace.
Trump said the U.S. could soon restore eased sanctions on some Russian oil shipments as Strait of Hormuz flows recover, linking Ukraine pressure to calmer global energy markets.
The Ukraine talks regained prominence at the Evian summit after being overshadowed by Trump’s tentative Iran ceasefire deal, with leaders also weighing broader Middle East stability and new partnerships.
Does the new Iran deal reward its aggression or secure lasting peace?
With the USMCA review causing job losses, what is the price of North America's economic alliance?
G7 2026: New Sanctions, Air Defense Challenges, and the Long Road to Peace in Ukraine
Overview
The June 2026 G7 summit opened amid heightened tensions after Russia launched a major strike on Kyiv, including the historic Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra. This attack set a serious tone for the summit, pushing G7 leaders to focus even more on supporting Ukraine. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy met with key figures, including former U.S. President Trump and UK Prime Minister Starmer. The UK’s move to stop Russian 'shadow fleet' tankers highlighted a stronger, coordinated push to enforce sanctions on Russian oil. These actions reflect a united international effort to tighten pressure on Russia and reinforce support for Ukraine.