Germany says Putin’s possible G20 attendance would test Russia’s readiness for Ukraine talks, with London watching wider risk signals.
Kyiv denied a report that Trump urged Zelensky to meet Putin in Moscow as energy-site talks draw UK and EU market attention.
Lavrov said Russia will not pause attacks for Ukraine talks, keeping European security risks and London market sensitivity in focus.
Russia is expected at G20 energy talks in Houston, putting European energy security, sanctions and market risks back under scrutiny.
A Reuters report says the US told Russia at the G20 not to expect sanctions relief before the war in Ukraine ends, as European officials protested Moscow’s presence.
US President Trump calls Putin's attendance at the 2026 G20 Miami summit 'useful' amid uncertainty over Russia's official invitation, with potential impacts on UK and EU markets.