Ukrainian foreign minister identifies Ukraine's urgent needs raised with G7 ministers

Olha Hlushchenko - 11 November, 03:54

Photo: Sybiha's X (Twitter)

Ukraine's Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha has discussed the urgent need to strengthen Ukraine's defence and create conditions for progress in the peace process at the G7 foreign ministers' meeting in Paris.

Source: Andrii Sybiha on X (Twitter)

Quote: "I briefed partners on Russia's escalatory moves and highlighted the humanitarian mission in Oleshky. [...]

We should use this momentum to advance efforts toward a full ceasefire, as well as de-escalation steps and confidence-building measures.

We also discussed urgent needs: strengthening Ukraine's air defence, providing additional energy assistance, ensuring sufficient funding and tightening sanctions against Russia, particularly restrictions on its shadow fleet and entry bans for Russian nationals."

Details: The minister noted that global food security was also on the agenda. According to Sybiha, Ukraine has practical proposals for restoring freedom of navigation in the Black Sea.

The participation of Russian and Belarusian athletes in international competitions was also discussed.

Quote: "We paid particular attention to Russia's efforts to whitewash its war crimes through international sports competitions. I stressed that any easing of sports sanctions is unacceptable and immoral while Russia's war of aggression continues."

Details: Sybiha noted that he emphasised G7 unity in supporting Ukraine.

Quote: "I emphasised that continued G7 unity and decisive action in support of Ukraine remain essential to strengthen our position and compel Russia to end its war of aggression."

Background:

Sybiha said he had a "good conversation" with his South Korean counterpart Cho Hyun in Paris and announced that the two sides have agreed on an action plan to resume full-fledged dialogue between the two countries.
Sybiha also met his French counterpart, Jean-Noël Barrot, on the sidelines of the G7 foreign ministers' meeting in Paris.

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