Russia Reportedly Raised Areas Of Cooperation With The U.S. During The G20. Bessent Said No As Long As The War Continues.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reportedly ruled out economic relief for Russia as long as the war in Ukraine continues.

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent ruled out economic relief for Russia as long as the war in Ukraine continues, according to a new report.

Axios detailed that the interaction took place during the G20 summit in Asheville, North Carolina. There, Bessent met with Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov as Moscow attended the meeting for the first time since the war began more than four years ago, invited by Washington despite opposition from European countries.