Zelensky is incredibly stubborn and he does not respect Trump. I would be surprised if they met at all anytime soon. It would perhaps be ironic if they truly didn't until after the war, in which case maybe he will be wearing a tie.

However I think it's more likely they will cross paths at some international event, and I hope this question will encompass that.

@SCM Respect. Lol

He hasn't worn a suit once since the start of war. If you know why he doesn't, you know how this market is going to resolve.

@ScipioFabius Is some empty gesture more important than normalizing relations with Trump tough?

@nikstar Do you really consider it an empty gesture?

@ScipioFabius well, yeah. I’m sure men in trenches feel “supported” by their president wearing a turtleneck while he remains in perfect safety. But they would much rather go home to their families.

For what it’s worth, I believe a reasonable compromise can be Zelensky wearing a military uniform appropriate for supreme commander of Ukrainian forces.

@nikstar a dictator costume?

The suit thing is just a BS excuse, if they wanted to sign the deal they would sign it, even if he was in a swimming suit.

@JussiVilleHeiskanen pick one.

@nikstar https://www.reddit.com/r/AskHistorians/comments/ztj73e/was_it_considered_inappropriate_for_winston/

@JussiVilleHeiskanen Fascinating context. Haven’t heard about this, thanks for the link!

@beaver1 very important market

Imagine if he does wear a tie and they all become friends again, fashion diplomacy!

Given the current timeline, I wouldn't be surprised if he shows up in just a tie...

@PaulBenjaminPhotographer DON’T YOU THREATEN ME WITH A GOOD TIME