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Putin to Be Invited to G20 Summit in Miami, Rubio Reveals
Marco Rubio said the invitation could help set a baseline for broader agreement and give Putin a chance to meet with Donald Trump and other leaders.
The United States formally invited Russian President Vladimir Putin to the G20 Leaders' Summit scheduled for December 14-15 at Trump National Doral in Miami, Florida.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced the invitation following a meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, expressing hope that Putin accepts to speak with President Donald Trump.
Addressing Moscow's interest, Rubio noted, "I think both sides have expressed an interest in some limited ceasefire that involves grain and energy," as diplomatic discussions continue in international forums.
Rubio stated the United States would be open to playing "a constructive role," adding that while "it doesn't solve the war," it could "alleviate some of the global pressures that are being felt."
In Des Moines, Iowa, Mark Rutte stated that NATO's Article 5 mutual defense clause remains intentionally ambiguous to prevent adversaries from exploiting strict red lines regarding hybrid warfare.
In December Donald Trump wants to hold the next G20 summit at his golf club in Florida. Among the guests could be Vladimir Putin – Marco Rubio hopes for it.