Ukraine hopes for Trump-Zelensky meeting in Canada during G7
President Volodymyr Zelensky plans to meet U.S. President Trump during the G7 summit in Alberta on June 15–17, Presidential Office head Andriy Yermak said.
G7
Trump reluctant to confront China over support for Russia's war against Ukraine, Bloomberg reports
Despite Trump’s current stance, the European Union has maintained public pressure on China, both through diplomatic channels and public statements.
Zelensky confirms his participation in G7 summit in June
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney invited Zelensky in March to attend the summit, shortly after he took office.
US blocks G7 push to tighten Russian oil price cap, Financial Times reports
The proposal was dropped after U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reportedly declined to support it.
EU mulls cutting over 20 Russian banks from SWIFT, banning Nord Stream in new sanctions, Bloomberg reports
The new measures under consideration would also include lowering the Group of Seven oil price cap on Russian crude exports from $60 to around $45 per barrel.
G7 leaders pledge to freeze Russian assets until war ends, support Ukraine's recovery
The G7 issued a joint statement on May 22, pledging to keep Russian assets frozen until the end of the war and to support Ukraine's recovery. "We reaffirm that... Russia’s sovereign assets... will remain immobilized until Russia ends its aggression and pays for the damage it has caused to Ukraine," the statement read.
Kyiv proposes EU partners help directly fund Ukrainian military under new model
Ukrainian Finance Minister Serhii Marchenko said Kyiv is proposing a new model: EU partners would help fund the Ukrainian military, and in return, Ukraine would be further integrated into the continent's defense system.
US opposes joint G7 statement on further support for Ukraine, Politico reports
This is not the first time that the U.S. has blocked joint G7 statements in support of Ukraine and condemning Russia's war.
EU to push G7 to lower Russian oil price cap, commissioner says
EU officials told Reuters they would propose bringing the cap down from $60 to $50 per barrel, as Brussels and its allies seek to further reduce the Kremlin's revenue from fossil fuel exports.
'Millions are dying' because of 'foolish decision' to ban Russia from G8, Trump says
When pressed about whether he would invite Russia back to the group, President Donald Trump responded that "it's not good timing now," contradicting previous statements on the matter.
'Russia must come to the table in good faith,' Canadian PM says
"This war must end — and Canada will continue our efforts among allies to bring about freedom, peace, and security for Ukraine," Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said.
Ukraine raises issue of Russian assets in talks with US Treasury, central bank chief says
The Ukrainian delegation raised the issue with the U.S. Treasury officials during negotiations on April 23, according to Reuters. Ukraine intends to continue lobbying for the initiative at an upcoming meeting with the International Monetary Fund, Pyshnyy said.
Japan signs deal on $3 billion for Ukraine under G7 loan
Japan's funds will be disbursed over 30 years and directed toward budgetary needs and to support reconstruction and development.
US blocking G7 statement denouncing Russia's Sumy strike, Bloomberg reports
The U.S. has told the other G7 members it would not support a joint statement condemning Russia's deadly attack on Sumy last week so as not to disrupt peace efforts, Bloomberg reported on April 15, citing undisclosed sources.
EU provides $1 billion in aid to Ukraine backed by frozen Russian assets
"With today's payment of 1 billion euros, we are reiterating our steadfast commitment to Ukraine. We are helping the country's economy stay on course and rebuild critical infrastructure damaged by Russian aggression," European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said.
New Canadian prime minister invites Zelensky to attend G7 summit in June
Newly elected Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has invited President Volodymyr Zelensky to attend the Group of Seven (G7) summit in June, Le Journal de Quebec reported on March 17, citing a Canadian Foreign Ministry spokesperson.
G7 ministers affirm support for Ukraine amid US tensions with allies
The group’s communiqué, released on March 14, affirmed Ukraine’s "territorial integrity and right to exist," while condemning Russian "acts of aggression." However, its language was softer than the G7 leaders' statement from November 2024.
US vetoes G7 proposal to establish task force on Russia's 'shadow fleet,' Bloomberg reports
The United States vetoed a Group of Seven (G7) proposal to establish a joint task force that would tackle sanctions evasion related to Russia's 'shadow fleet,' Bloomberg reported on March 8.
Ukraine receives $970 million from UK under G7 loan covered by Russian assets
"The funds will go towards strengthening Ukraine's defense capabilities," Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal announced on March 7.
UK to provide $2.8 billion loan to Ukraine backed by frozen Russian assets
The loan, which is part of the Group of Seven's (G7) Extraordinary Revenue Acceleration (ERA) credit initiative, was signed amid President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit to London to meet with U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
Russia will not be readmitted to G7, German finance minister says, rebuffing Trump
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Feb. 13 that he would "love" to see Russia readmitted into the G7, calling Russia's 2014 expulsion from the group a "mistake."
G7 still discussing joint statement on Russia's full-scale invasion due to disagreement with US
Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly's statement comes after the U.S. voted against the U.N. resolution, which condemns Russia's full-scale invasion on Feb. 24.
Zelensky, Trump have 'good' conversation during G7 meeting
"As for Donald Trump... We have just had a conversation. It was a very good conversation within the framework of the G7 meeting led by Canada," President Volodymyr Zelensky said.
Canada disbursing 1st tranche of its G7 loan contribution for Ukraine
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau also announced new military assistance, including 25 LAV III infantry fighting vehicles, two combat support vehicles, and four F-16 flight simulators.
Canada opposes Russia's return to G7, vows to 'stand its ground,' ambassador says
"Canada is not ready for a change in the membership of the G7 and is standing its ground," Canadian Ambassador to Ukraine Natalka Cmoc said.
Ukraine war latest: Zelensky-Kellogg meeting ends with no joint statements at US request, spokesperson says
Key developments on Feb. 20: * Zelensky-Kellogg meeting ends with no joint statements at US request, spokesperson says * Starmer to pitch plan on 30,000 European peacekeepers in Ukraine to Trump, Telegraph reports * US refuses to co-sponsor UN resolution condemning Russia, resists labeling Moscow 'aggressor' in G7 statement, media report * Russia
US refuses to co-sponsor UN resolution condemning Russia, resists labeling Moscow 'aggressor' in G7 statement, media report
"In previous years, the United States has consistently co-sponsored such resolutions in support of a just peace in Ukraine," a source told Reuters.
Ukraine calendar: What will happen this week
Editor's note: This article is an on-site version of KI Insights' public newsletter, The Week Ahead, covering events from June 9-15. Sign up here to start your week with an agenda of Ukraine-related events delivered directly to your inbox every Sunday. The week continues with key developments following peace talks
G7 leaders: Future sanctions hinge on Russia's 'good faith efforts' during peace talks
The Group of Seven (G7) countries agreed to link any future tightening of sanctions against Russia to the progress of upcoming peace negotiations, after a meeting on Feb. 15.
Russia should be readmitted into G7, Trump says
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Feb. 13 that he would "love" to see Russia readmitted into the Group of Seven (G7), calling Russia's 2014 expulsion from the group a "mistake."
G7 ambassadors urge swift resolution of Defense Procurement Agency's leadership dispute
Ambassadors of the Group of Seven (G7) countries called for a quick resolution of the Defense Procurement Agency dispute and urged uninterrupted continuation of weapons procurement, according to their statement on Jan. 27.
Trudeau to resign as Prime Minister, party leader, to stay in office until replacement selected
Trudeau has faced mounting pressure from his party, particularly after the abrupt resignation of Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland on Dec. 16.
(Updated: )
Most popular
Editors' Picks
As Russia inches closer to Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, new Ukrainian region might soon be at war
In African universities, Russia’s war against Ukraine finds new supporters
‘Find and destroy’ – how Ukraine’s own Peaky Blinders mastered the art of bomber drones
