US brings back Russia’s Siluanov to G20 finance talks, angering Europe
Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov attended G20 finance talks in the US, marking his first in-person appearance at such a meeting since the 2022 invasion of Ukraine. The decision to invite him has drawn sharp criticism from European officials who remain wary of Moscow.
Why it matters
The invitation signals a potential shift in US diplomatic strategy under the Trump administration, causing friction within the G20 alliance regarding Russia's international standing.
Russian foreign minister holds talks with US counterpart as European officials object to his return to G20 talks.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info Russia's Finance Minister Anton Siluanov attends a plenary session as finance ministers and central bank governors from G20 countries meet in Asheville, North Carolina, US, August 31, 2026 [Sam Wolfe/Reuters] By Al Jazeera Staff , AFP and Reuters Published On 1 Sep 2026 1 Sep 2026 Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov has made a surprise appearance at United States-hosted G20 finance talks in North Carolina, sparking frustration and dismay among European ministers and officials.
Siluanov’s appearance at the talks in Asheville on Monday marks the first time the minister, who was appointed in 2011, has attended a G20 meeting in person since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022.
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