Next G7 Sanctions On Those Who Got Rich Under Putin: German Minister

Russia-Ukraine War: G7 countries announced plans on Friday for a fresh round of "severe sanctions" against Moscow, calling on Russia to stop its attacks near nuclear power plants.

The next round of G7 sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine should hit those oligarchs who have got rich under President Vladimir Putin, Germany's finance minister said Sunday.

"We are working on further sanctions," Christian Lindner told Germany's ARD television. "I am particularly concerned about hitting the oligarchs."

G7 countries announced plans on Friday for a fresh round of "severe sanctions" against Moscow, calling on Russia to stop its attacks near nuclear power plants.

Germany currently holds the rotating presidency of the G7.