The United States, the European Union, and Group of Seven (G-7) allies on May 8 agreed to impose fresh sanctions against Russia, including penalizing state-controlled media, barring Western management consulting services in Russia, and tightening export controls.
The sanctions came a day before Russia’s Victory Day, which celebrates the defeat of Nazi Germany during World War II.
On May 8, U.S. President Joe Biden participated in a virtual conference with G-7 leaders and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, according to the White House. Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK, and the United States make up the G-7.
The leaders released a statement at the conclusion of their meeting pledging their support for Ukraine and imposing fresh sanctions on Russia.
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