Starmer vows new sanctions on Russia and nuclear energy support for Ukraine

Keir Starmer pledged to "choke off" Russian revenue through enhanced sanctions and to deliver energy support worth hundreds of millions of pounds to Ukraine during the G7 summit in Évian-les-Bains, France. The British prime minister emphasized the G7's commitment to supporting Ukraine for "as long as it takes," with a focus on targeting Russia's financial networks and its "shadow fleet" of oil tankers. This international engagement follows a challenging domestic political period for Starmer. The G7 meeting, which commenced on Monday, June 10, 2026, brings together leaders from the Group of Seven industrialized nations to discuss global economic and political issues, with the ongoing conflict in Ukraine being a central agenda item. Starmer's commitment includes bolstering Ukraine's energy infrastructure, potentially through nuclear energy support, to ensure its resilience against continued Russian aggression. The proposed sanctions aim to further isolate Russia economically and limit its capacity to fund its military operations. The G7 leaders are expected to coordinate their strategies on economic pressure and humanitarian aid for Ukraine.