Zelensky wore a suit for the first time in four years.

25.06.2025 13:21

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky attended the NATO Summit in a suit after a four-year hiatus. His appearance in a suit at the summit, despite having previously stated, "I will wear a suit after the war is over," has led to comments questioning, "Is the war coming to an end?"

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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky also attended the NATO Heads of State and Government Meeting held in The Hague, Netherlands. It was noteworthy that Zelensky attended the NATO Summit in a suit after a 4-year hiatus since the start of the war in his country. His wearing a suit led to comments like "Is the war ending?" It has become a matter of curiosity what message Zelensky's attendance at the NATO Summit in a suit conveys, as he has been mocked worldwide as the "Pajama President."

TRUMP HAD MOCKED ZELENSKY'S OUTFIT

During a meeting with Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelensky to sign a precious metals agreement at the White House, a heated discussion between the two leaders overshadowed the event. Brian Glenn, a Trump-supporting White House reporter, mocked the Ukrainian leader's clothing during the chaotic meeting. Zelensky wore a black sweater featuring Ukraine's trident, which was different from his usual military attire.

Glenn asked Zelensky, "Why aren't you wearing a suit? You are at the highest level in this country's office and you refuse to wear a suit. Do you have a suit?" The Ukrainian leader responded to these questions: "I will wear one after this war is over. Maybe something like yours, maybe something better." Throughout the war, which is entering its fourth year, Zelensky has mostly worn green sweaters, including during diplomatic meetings.

WHY IS ZELENSKY NOT WEARING A SUIT?

Zelensky had responded to a journalist's question, "Why aren't you wearing a suit?" by saying, "I will wear a suit after the war is over."

During countless international visits aimed at providing military and financial support to his country, Zelensky preferred to forgo the typical attire of a head of state. Instead of suits and dress shoes, he generally opted for simple sweatshirts, cargo pants, and work boots, usually in black or olive green, featuring the symbol of Ukraine's trident.

This clothing preference has not changed since the war began in Ukraine in 2022. During his first visit to the U.S. after the full-scale invasion began, Zelensky addressed Congress wearing a khaki sweater, which has become one of his signatures. He wore similar outfits during numerous state visits, television interviews, and meetings with soldiers at the front. He also wore the same outfit when meeting with world leaders or gathering with citizens to sing the national anthem.