Zelensky’s appearance at the NATO summit drew journalists’ attention

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky appeared at the NATO summit wearing a suit, attracting the attention of the media.

His appearance was analyzed by Finnish journalist and photographer Sami Sallinen for the newspaper Iltalehti.

According to the reporter, Zelensky is using his attire to signal the significance of the summit compared to his previous visit to the White House to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump. Sallinen recalled that Zelensky was mocked by American journalists during that visit. “Most likely, Kyiv wants to show that Volodymyr Zelensky and Ukraine want to feel stronger in this situation,” he emphasized.

On June 23, for the first time in many years, Zelensky wore a suit. He met with King Charles III at Windsor Castle. Journalists noted that Zelensky appeared in a black suit and shoes, but without a tie. Later, The Daily Express reported that the Ukrainian leader’s appearance would likely anger Trump, as Zelensky attended a formal event not in his usual military-style clothing.