U.S. Treasury Secretary Meets with Russian Delegation on Ukrainian Conflict Issues
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met with a Russian delegation, led by Finance Minister Anton Siluanov, at the G20 finance ministers and central bank governors' meetings in the U.S. The meeting focused on issues related to the Ukrainian conflict. The event occurred on August 31, 2026.
Where Sources Diverge
Lenta reported the meeting's goals but did not specify the participants or location, while Izvestia provided more detailed information about the participants and location.
The goals of the meeting between the U.S. Treasury Secretary and the Russian delegation were named.
The meeting took place at the sidelines of the G20 finance ministers and central bank governors' meetings in the U.S., with the Russian delegation represented by Finance Minister Anton Siluanov.
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Sources
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met with a Russian delegation on Monday. This was reported by Bloomberg on August 31. Later, CNBC journalist Megan Cassella stated that the talks were supposedly already concluded. According to her, the Russian side was represented by Finance Minister Anton Siluanov. Cassella said that officials allegedly discussed issues related to the Ukrainian conflict. Additionally, she claims the meeting took place at the sidelines of the G20 finance ministers and central bank governors' meetings in the US. The news is being updated.