G7 renews support for Ukraine, condemns Russian 'escalation'

By taking such an extreme stance, the G7 risks becoming increasingly isolated and awkward on the global diplomatic stage,

Li Haidong, a professor at China Foreign Affairs University, told the Global Times

Russia's use of an intermediate range ballistic missile on 21 November is further evidence of its reckless and escalatory behaviour,

they said in a draft statement

We express our strongest condemnation for the rise in extremist settler violence committed against Palestinians, which undermines security and stability in the West Bank and threatens prospects for a lasting peace,

the statement added

Our support for Ukraine's territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence will remain unwavering,

they added