Poland's Tusk warns G20 invite to Putin may embolden Russia's war in Ukraine

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Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned Thursday that inviting Russian President Vladimir Putin to the December G20 summit in Miami could encourage Moscow to continue its aggression against Ukraine. Tusk expressed this concern despite saying he would favor the invitation if it brought a just peace closer. Russia welcomed the US invitation, with Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov saying Moscow "truly" appreciates the offer but has not yet decided whether Putin will attend. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Wednesday the White House hopes Putin accepts, viewing it as a chance to engage with President Trump and other leaders. The invitation has drawn concern in Europe, where governments have been rearming since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022. Tusk said his experience suggests Russia might view the invitation as encouragement to continue its aggressive policies.


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