Germany is protesting the participation of a Russian official at the G20 summit in North Carolina. German Vice Chancellor Lars Klingbeil strongly criticized the United States for inviting Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov to the meetings. Klingbeil stated that Russia must end the war in Ukraine and views the invitation as an attempt to normalize relations with the aggressor. As a result, Germany is boycotting sessions attended by the Russian delegation. This move signifies a strong stance against Russia's continued aggression and a disagreement with the U.S. approach to the summit. The German government believes that engaging with Russia under current circumstances sends the wrong message. This boycott highlights the deep divisions within the G20 regarding Russia’s role in the global economy.