President Zelenskyy has brutal response when asked why he didnt wear a suit to White House

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s visit to the White House on February 28 took an unexpected turn when his choice of attire became the center of controversy—not related to politics or military matters, but over his refusal to wear a traditional suit.

Zelenskyy, who has consistently worn military-style clothing since the outbreak of Ukraine’s war with Russia, arrived at the White House for a meeting with President Trump dressed in his signature fatigues. While the choice was in line with his ongoing commitment to stand in solidarity with Ukrainian soldiers, it sparked criticism from some quarters, with accusations that he was being “disrespectful” by not adhering to formal dress norms for such a high-level meeting.

As the two leaders entered the West Wing, Trump made a pointed remark: “He is all dressed up today,” setting the tone for the encounter. According to reports from Sky News, Zelenskyy had been advised to wear formal attire for the meeting, but he chose to disregard that suggestion, sticking to his military uniform instead.

The tension continued during the Oval Office press briefing when reporter Brian Glenn confronted Zelenskyy directly. “Why don’t you wear a suit? You’re at the highest level in this country’s office, and you refuse to wear a suit. Do you own a suit?” Glenn pressed.

Unfazed by the criticism, Zelenskyy responded sharply: “I will wear a suit after this war is over. Maybe something like yours. Maybe better, maybe cheaper.” He swiftly redirected the conversation to more urgent matters—focusing on the ongoing war and the devastating toll it has taken on Ukraine.

Despite Zelenskyy’s refusal to further engage on the matter of his clothing, the criticism continued to intensify. Glenn, a vocal supporter of former President Trump and a partner of Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, took to Twitter to defend his remarks.

“I have extreme empathy for the people of Ukraine and all of those involved in this destructive war,” Glenn wrote, acknowledging the gravity of the conflict. “The lives that have been lost are precious, and that’s something a country can never get back. The war needs to end.”

However, he quickly shifted his focus to Ukraine’s reliance on U.S. financial support. “With that said, the United States has given Ukraine over $120 billion (some say closer to $300 billion) in assistance. That’s hard-earned tax dollars from Americans, and most Americans are against funding it,” he argued.

Glenn also expressed that world leaders should dress “respectfully for the occasion,” implying that Zelenskyy’s attire detracted from the gravity of his plea for continued U.S. support.

While Zelenskyy has consistently maintained his military-style appearance as a symbol of solidarity with his troops and the ongoing struggle for Ukraine’s survival, critics argue that such a casual approach may not be fitting for diplomatic engagements. Nevertheless, the Ukrainian president remains resolute in his stance: for him, the fight for his country’s freedom takes precedence over appearances. Fashion, as Zelenskyy has made clear, will take a backseat until the war is over.