G7 releases statement on cost of Russian attack on Ukraine

The Foreign Ministers of the G7 countries held a meeting in Liverpool. The ministers warned Moscow of the serious consequences of invading Ukraine. They called on RUSSIA to de-escalate

The G7 countries (Great Britain, Germany, Italy, CANADA, usa , France and Japan) issued a statement following the meeting of foreign ministers in Liverpool. it emphasizes that Russia's "military aggression" against Ukraine "will have enormous consequences and cost dearly" to Moscow, but the document does not describe specific measures.

Earlier, REUTERS wrote about the prepared statement with reference to its draft.

The G7 foreign ministers said they were "united in condemning Russia's military buildup and its rhetoric towards Ukraine." They called on Russia to de-escalate and look for diplomatic ways to resolve the situation.

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The G7 countries reaffirmed their support for the territorial integrity of Ukraine. “The use of force to change the borders [of states] is strictly prohibited by international law,” the document emphasizes.