Germany says Putin’s possible G20 attendance should be judged by whether Russia first signals seriousness on Ukraine through a ceasefire.
Kyiv denied a report that Trump proposed Zelensky travel to Moscow, as energy prices and venue disputes shape Ukraine diplomacy.
Lavrov said Russia will not pause operations for Ukraine talks, framing diplomacy as part of a wider contest over time, arsenals and leverage.
Russia is expected at G20 energy talks in Houston as wars, sanctions and Red Sea security risks complicate the economics of energy abundance.
Bessent reportedly told Siluanov that U.S. sanctions pressure on Russia will not ease before the war in Ukraine ends.
US President Donald Trump views Putin's potential participation in the 2026 G20 summit as beneficial amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and Russia's global isolation.