Zelensky’s significantly more casual style can make him stand out like a sore thumb among the formal world leaders who are often almost double his age.
But, the 47-year-old former comedian has a serious reason for his outfit choices – the Russian war of aggression in Ukraine.
The protracted conflict which has put the world on knife’s edge has also cast a shadow on Zelensky’s appearance, catapulting him from his TV comedian days into a resilient leader his citizens look up to during the tough times.
Zelensky isn’t the only leader who has swapped the suit for a combat-ready outfit to honour the soldiers fighting off the Russian offensive.
His transformation has been compared to that of British Prime Minister Winston Churchill who famously wore an army-style one-piece when visiting Washington during World War Two.
Source: https://metro.co.uk/2025/03/01/volodymyr-zelensky-not-wear-a-suit-22648659/
He turned in his suit for military clothing to lead and support his army. He’s not hiding in a bunker or complaining about bone spurs. 🇺🇦 pic.twitter.com/Ld9iTCXtyA
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