During much of their February interaction, where Trump alongside Vice President JD Vance criticized Zelensky for being “disrespectful” and cautioned about America’s future backing for his nation, Zelensky sat with crossed arms, casting wary glances at the US leaders.

The presidents frequently interrupted each other, highlighting their disagreements with gestures. Conservative journalist Brian Glenn even queried Zelensky on his choice not to wear a suit.

Today’s session concluded with more smiles and cordial exchanges between Trump and Zelensky, along with concurrence on some matters concerning Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine.

Both men largely sat with their hands clasped in their laps, affably fielding questions from reporters.

Glenn, when called upon by the Republican U.S. president to speak, complimented Zelensky, saying, “You look fabulous in that suit.”

Trump chimed in right after: “I said the same thing!”

“I apologise to you. You look wonderful,” Glenn said, and as he tried to segue to an actual question.

Zelensky, a comedian before he became president, quipped to Glenn, “You are in the same suit. I changed, you did not.”

Afterwards, Trump claimed the meeting with Zelensky was a “very good meeting”.