Emergency reaction of the allies: G7 after massive Russian strikes on Ukraine's energy system

What happened

Following a new wave of missile and drone attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, the Group of Seven (G7) countries and their partners (G7+) held an emergency meeting. The participants condemned the attacks on critical infrastructure and expressed their readiness to increase support for Ukraine's energy and air defence sectors.

Key signals of the meeting

At the political level, the partners reaffirmed their long-term support and coordination of actions: from emergency assistance to the energy sector to strengthening the protection of the skies and putting pressure on the Russian military-industrial complex.

Assistance for the energy sector

The focus is on accelerating the supply of high-voltage equipment, backup transformers, mobile generators and materials for emergency repairs. They also discussed the formation of additional «quick» energy packages and replenishment of strategic stocks to get through the winter.

Strengthening air defence and anti-drone capabilities

The parties announced steps to increase Ukraine's air defence resources: missiles to complement existing systems, short/medium-range air defence assets, mobile interception teams, electronic warfare and anti-missile solutions to cover energy facilities.

Sanctions pressure and export controls

A separate block includes closing «loopholes» in the supply of components for missiles and drones, strengthening control over circumventing restrictions through third countries, and further restrictions on Russia's energy export revenues.

Coordination of financial support

The participants agreed to synchronise assistance through international financial institutions to cover urgent energy needs and stabilise the system during peak periods.

Context.

Russian attacks on the energy infrastructure are intended to deplete the power supply system and complicate preparations for the heating season. That is why the assistance provided by our partners is urgent and will be delivered in stages as equipment and protective equipment arrive.

What's next

The roadmap for support is expected to be detailed, including specific batches of equipment, delivery schedules and additional decisions on air defence and sanctions. Separate steps are planned for the coming weeks, with priority given to protecting critical infrastructure and rapid recovery from attacks.