Keir Starmer Calls for Tougher G7 Sanctions on Russia

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer urged the G7 to assume greater risks in imposing sanctions on Russia for its actions in Ukraine, particularly targeting oil price caps, major Russian oil companies, and banks that help bypass these sanctions.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called on the Group of Seven (G7) wealthy nations to take more significant risks when it comes to sanctioning Russia due to its invasion of Ukraine.

Starmer, speaking via video link on the third anniversary of Russia's invasion, emphasized the need for stronger measures.

He proposed action on oil price caps and sanctions against Russia's major oil companies and implicated banks to ensure sanctions are effectively enforced.

(With inputs from agencies.)