Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov's appearance at a G20 meeting has sparked significant tension. As Moscow continues to pound Ukraine, his presence was described by one attendee as "quite troubling" and drew ire from several European leaders.
Due to complaints from Ukraine's allies, Siluanov was excluded from the finance ministers' "family photo." European officials have specifically objected to Russia's return to G20 talks.
Despite the friction, Siluanov held talks with his U.S. counterpart, with U.S. officials citing a need for dialogue. This follows a history of tension at the summit; during an April 2022 meeting, Siluanov attended via videolink, which prompted Western officials to walk out.