**U.K. Imposes Largest Ever Sanctions on Russia**
The United Kingdom is taking a tough stance against Russia by imposing its largest ever package of sanctions. The move targets Moscow‘s “shadow fleet” of tankers and companies providing military parts to Russia.
**More Pressure from the G7**
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that he will discuss further steps with the G7 later today. He believes that the G7 should take more risks, including a cap on oil prices, sanctions against Russian oil giants, and measures to stop banks helping to evade sanctions.
**International Support for Ukraine**
The announcement comes as Kyiv’s international partners increase economic pressure on Moscow. Australia and New Zealand have also announced additional sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine.
**Military Aid for Ukraine**
The U.K. is ready to provide Ukraine with 4.5 billion pounds in military aid in 2025, the largest yearly sum since the outbreak of full-scale war. This move shows the U.K.’s commitment to supporting Ukraine and deterring future Russian aggression.
**Peace Talks and Sanction Relief**
As the Trump administration pushes for peace talks, there are signals that sanction relief could be part of an eventual peace deal. However, European countries are cautious about increasing military support for Ukraine due to uncertainty about the continued U.S. commitment under President Donald Trump.
**Starmer’s Call for Peace**
Prime Minister Starmer emphasized the need for a seat at the table for Ukraine and strong security guarantees in any settlement. He also mentioned that deploying peacekeepers in Ukraine, backed by U.S. firepower, could be part of a ceasefire plan.
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