US draws European ire over Russia G20 invite
Russian finance minister Anton Siluanov's surprise appearance at Monday's G20 finance ministers' meeting frustrated European leaders seeking to isolate Moscow over its 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent attended the G20 finance meetings in Asheville, North Carolina, on Monday, despite Russia's attendance sparking controversy. Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov made an unexpected appearance, which prompted frustration from European leaders who have sought to isolate Moscow since its 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
US President Donald Trump, when asked about the invitation, stated, "We like getting along with everybody." Bessent told reporters that the US would continue exerting pressure on Iran and find ways to boost global growth. The European Union expressed concern about the move, with German Finance Minister Lars Klingbeil stating that he would have preferred a clear position from Washington that Siluanov was not being received as a regular guest.
The traditional "family photo" was eventually taken without Siluanov, and away from reporters. The G20, comprising 19 nations plus the EU and the African Union, was established to boost global economic and financial stability.
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