G20 foreign ministers skip family photo amid tensions over Russian presence

The Group of 20 (G20) Foreign Ministers' Meeting held in Atlanta saw the U.S. hosts decide against the customary 'family photo' on Friday. This decision came after objections from several top diplomats who were unwilling to be photographed with a Russian official.

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov attended the two-day event, which heightened tensions within the group. His presence was controversial due to ongoing military conflicts involving Russia.

The omission of the family photo marked a departure from tradition at the G20 meetings, reflecting the diplomatic strains among member countries.

The event continued despite the disagreement over the photo, with discussions presumably focusing on global issues amidst the backdrop of geopolitical tensions.