The Foreign Ministers of the G7 countries (Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, the Secretary of State of the United States of America), as well as the High Representative of the European Union, believe that the current front line should be the starting point for negotiations between Russia and Ukraine This is discussed in statement G7 ministers following the meeting in the Niagara region (Ontario province).

In particular, top G7 diplomats reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine in defending its territorial integrity and right to exist, as well as its freedom, sovereignty, and independence.

"We reiterated the urgent need for an immediate ceasefire. We agreed that the current contact line should be the starting point for negotiations. We remain committed to the principle that international borders should not be changed by force," the statement said.

At the same time, as the top G7 diplomats noted, their countries are increasing economic costs to Russia and exploring options for taking action against countries and organizations that help finance its military efforts. The statement emphasizes:

"We condemned the provision of military assistance to Russia by the DPRK and Iran, as well as the supply of dual-use weapons and components by China, which was a decisive factor contributing to Russia's war."

The diplomats also spoke about ongoing discussions on a wide range of financing options, including the further coordinated use of frozen Russian sovereign assets in their jurisdictions to support Ukraine.

"We strongly condemned Russia's recent direct attacks on energy infrastructure and reaffirmed our support for Ukraine's energy security," the statement said.

War in Ukraine - a possibility of negotiations

As UNIAN reported, US President Donald Trump previously called for an immediate ceasefire. The head of the White House is convinced that negotiations to end the war should include a halt to hostilities on the current front line.

At the same time, the Russians reject this option and demand territorial concessions from Ukraine. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky defends the position that Ukraine will not give any territories to Russia .