Germany says Putin’s possible G20 attendance should be judged by whether Moscow accepts a ceasefire, with sanctions and market risk in focus.
Kyiv denied a report that Trump urged Zelensky to meet Putin in Moscow as energy talks and diesel prices keep the war tied to household costs.
Lavrov ruled out a pause for Ukraine talks, keeping war-related uncertainty in focus for consumers, currencies and everyday investors.
Russia is expected to attend G20 energy talks in Houston as energy security risks continue to shape fuel costs, inflation and investor sentiment.
A reported U.S. warning to Russia points to prolonged sanctions pressure, with potential effects on currencies, prices, savings and investor risk.
Trump sees Putin’s possible G20 attendance as "useful," but uncertainty over Russia’s participation raises concerns about market volatility affecting households and investors.