Prior to the Monday gathering of president Volodymyr Zelenski with Donald Trump in the White House, U.S. officials asked the Ukrainian side if Zelenski intended to appear in a suit, says the Axios portal, citing 2 sources acquainted with the scenes of preparations.
The Americans were asking again about Zelenski's outfit
According to callers, the issue of the President's outfit Ukraine is more crucial than it might seem. During the erstwhile gathering of both leaders in March, tensions occurred, among others, due to Zelenski's military outfit, which met with Trump's unfavorable comment.
Some U.S. officials later estimated that Zelenski's informal outfit had an impact on the atmosphere of the conversation that ended in failure.
This time the Ukrainian president is expected to appear in the black navy he was wearing during the NATO summit in the Netherlands. As Axios sources say, it will not be a full suit, but the dress is to be kept in "garni style". Zelenski won't wear a tie.
In Trump administration, the issue of appearance has a symbolic dimension. The president of the United States attaches large importance to how planet leaders present themselves – in his opinion they should execute in classical suits. In the opinion of any Trump advisors, the presence of a tie and elegant outfit can be seen as "a sign of peace" and readiness for serious conversations.
Zelenski is to appear in the company of European leaders, which, according to American sources, is to influence the more diplomatic nature of the visit.
Zelenski before gathering Trump
Let us add that on Monday Zelenski wrote, "with president Trump and the leaders of the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Finland, the EU and NATO, we will talk about peace and security."
"Meanwhile, the Russians attack the Kharkivs, Zaporozhye, the catfish circuit and Odessa, destroying homes and infrastructure, deliberately killing civilians – including children" he said.
W The Kharkivs were killed as a consequence of a drone attack, including a year and a half girl. In Zaporozh, rockets killed 3 people and injured 20. The goal was besides the energy infrastructure in Odessa owned by a company from Azerbaijan.
"Putin tries to destruct diplomatic efforts through demonstration killings. That is why we request real safety guarantees and global support. The war must end – and Moscow must hear 1 word: Stop" – emphasised Zelenski.
