Gratitude Diplomacy: Zelenskyy's Strategic Thank You Tour

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made strategic use of gratitude during a meeting with US President Donald Trump, following a public relations misstep six months prior. Emphasizing appreciation became a diplomatic tool, as Zelenskyy also thanked European allies and highlighted shared efforts to pursue peace with Russia.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy utilized strategic diplomacy during his latest visit to the White House, emphasizing gratitude in dealings with US President Donald Trump. This approach followed a previous misstep where Zelenskyy was criticized for insufficient thankfulness during a similar meeting.

In his recent Oval Office meeting, Zelenskyy expressed gratitude numerous times within the first minute, trying to mend relationships and potentially strengthen diplomatic bonds. His praise extended to Trump's personal efforts to halt the ongoing conflict.

Zelenskyy didn't stop there; he thanked European allies who joined him in Washington to present a unified stance, pushing for a ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. This gratitude-driven diplomacy was mirrored by Trump, who commended various European leaders for their roles in seeking peace.

(With inputs from agencies.)