G20 leaders reach consensus early, softening language on Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

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NEW DELHI — Global economic leaders have agreed on a final declaration at the G20 summit, but the language surrounding Russia's invasion of Ukraine — which is leading to geopolitical tensions — has softened since the leaders last met. The consensus statement from this year's G20 summit in India was posted by India's Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Saturday, a day before the summit ends. It calls for the cessation of military destruction or other attacks on relevant infrastructure, as the violence is impacting food and energy security, and affecting supply chains. Gone is language used during last year's G20...