G20 Ministers Skip Photo Op In Iran As Russia-Ukraine War Creates Rifts
G20 ministers have avoided joint photo opportunities with Russian delegations during recent meetings. This move reflects ongoing diplomatic tensions stemming from the Russia-Ukraine war.
Why it matters
The avoidance of photo ops serves as a symbolic diplomatic protest against Russia's invasion of Ukraine, illustrating the deep divisions within international forums.
European leaders have opted not to appear in photos with Russian delegations in earlier…
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