A series of updates on the Ukraine war centers on G7 discussions about sanctions on Russian energy and remarks by US President Donald Trump. Multiple reports say G7 leaders are working to increase or maintain pressure on Russia through higher sanctions targeting energy supplies. In parallel, Trump suggests that a sanctions waiver related to Russian oil could end soon, though the timing and conditions are not specified in the reports provided. The same briefings note that Trump plans to push for a negotiated approach to end the war after meetings involving Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during G7 events. Reports also describe broader G7 efforts to keep Ukraine high on the US president’s agenda, with leaders discussing how to coordinate sanctions and diplomatic engagement. Other coverage indicates that Trump frames a potential path forward in terms of Russia making a “deal” over Ukraine, while European outlets report that G7 governments continue to pursue tighter sanctions on Russian energy. Across the sources, the common thread is heightened G7 focus on sanctions policy alongside renewed calls for a peace process.