The U.S. has formally extended an invitation to Russian President Vladimir Putin to participate in the upcoming G20 summit in Miami, marking a rare diplomatic overture amid strained relations between the two nations. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the invitation during a press conference at the United Nations General Assembly, signaling a potential shift in engagement ahead of the December meeting. The move comes as global leaders prepare to address pressing economic and geopolitical challenges, raising questions about whether Putin will accept and how his presence could influence discussions. With tensions between Russia and Western powers remaining high, the invitation adds a layer of uncertainty to the summit’s agenda.
The Trump administration has issued a formal invitation for Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend the Group of 20 summit to be held in Miami in December. “We’ve invited President Putin to the G20,” Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters Wednesday at a press conference on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly. ...
