US invites Putin to G20 summit in Miami, reversing Russia's isolation

The United States has invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to attend the G20 summit in Miami this December, marking a significant reversal of Russia's international isolation since its 2022 invasion of Ukraine. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the invitation, expressing hope Putin will accept, though the Kremlin has not yet publicly responded. The invitation is likely to raise concerns from Ukraine and European leaders, who have accused Russia of hybrid attacks. Putin has not attended a G20 summit since 2019, though he joined one session virtually in 2023. The summit will be held at Trump National Doral golf club, with Rubio framing the invitation as part of Trump's willingness to meet with adversaries to solve problems. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has said he would attend and meet Putin if he comes, emphasizing results over words. Russia continues drone and missile attacks on Kyiv, while Trump seeks a partial ceasefire including halting attacks on Russian oil refineries to lower energy prices. Congress recently passed sanctions against Russia, with critics noting the administration's contradictory approach.