Tensions rise at G20 meeting over Russian minister's presence and US press restrictions

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Tensions rise at G20 meeting over Russian minister's presence and US press restrictions

The G20 finance ministers' meeting in North Carolina is marked by tension as European officials protested the in-person attendance of Russia's finance minister. The US Treasury also faced criticism for barring some journalists. The meeting is focused on global economic shocks from the US-Iran conflict.

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Primary sourceIMF — IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva’s Statement at the Conclusion of the G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting in Asheville, North Carolina

Non-West Ind.Meduza — US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent tells Russia’s finance minister Russia won’t get economic relief until Ukraine war ends

Non-West Ind.The Moscow Times — Bessent Reportedly Tells Russian Finance Minister No Economic Lifelines Until Ukraine War Ends

West RightZeroHedge — Europeans Blindsided By Russian Finance Minister's Presence At G20 In Asheville

Non-West Ind.Al Jazeera — US urges G20 to cut trade imbalances, focus on China

Financial pressOilPrice — Ukraine Diplomacy Heats Up and Russian Minister Returns to G20

West MSMNPR — Global finance ministers gather in North Carolina for G20 summit

West MSMNYT World — Europe Protests as U.S. Invites Russian Minister to G20 Finance Meeting

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