G7 countries have reaffirmed their commitment to supplying Ukraine with air defence equipment, systems and interceptors, long-range weapons and licences to expand its domestic military production.
The commitment was outlined in a joint declaration by G7 foreign ministers following their meeting in Paris on 9–10 November, published on the UK Foreign Office's website on Wednesday.
According to the declaration, the ministers reviewed progress in fulfilling commitments to provide Ukraine with air defence capabilities, including systems and interceptors, as well as long-range weapons.
They also emphasised the importance of granting Ukraine licences that would enable it to expand domestic defence production and exercise its inherent right to self-defence.
"As we committed at the G7 Summit in Évian, we assessed progress in providing Ukraine with air defence equipment, systems and interceptors, long-range strike capabilities and licences that will enable it to expand its own military production and exercise its inherent right to self-defence. We remain committed to continuing and strengthening our efforts in this direction," the joint declaration stated.
The foreign ministers also reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine and its people in defending the country's territorial integrity, sovereignty, freedom and independence.
They expressed solidarity with Ukrainians suffering from daily Russian attacks on residential buildings, civilian infrastructure and cultural heritage sites.
