Russia's presence divides G20 ministers

The G20 foreign ministers' meeting in the US concluded two days of talks without agreement on several key global security issues. European ministers confronted Russia's Sergei Lavrov over the war in Ukraine and refused to join him for the traditional group photo, highlighting deep divisions within the forum.

Diplomatic moves

On the sidelines of the summit, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio signed an Arctic cooperation deal with Japan and South Korea, demonstrating Washington's commitment to regional partnerships. He also confirmed the United States' participation in Riyadh's World Expo in 2030, signaling continued engagement with international events despite ongoing tensions.