Donald Trump shows true feelings for Melania with gesture at Zelensky showdown

When President Donald Trump welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to the White House on Monday, the meeting carried extra weight since it came only days after Trump had hosted Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska.

Much of the focus was on Trump’s shifting stance. While earlier he had pushed for a ceasefire, this time he suggested moving “directly to a peace agreement.” That change in tone stood out to many observers.

One of the more personal moments came when Zelensky handed Trump a letter addressed not to him, but to First Lady Melania Trump. It was written by Olena Zelenska, Ukraine’s First Lady, and is believed to have touched on the abduction of Ukrainian children during the war. This gesture was notable because just days earlier Melania herself had given Putin a personal letter she had written.

When asked by reporters, Trump said Melania feels “very strongly” about what’s happening in Ukraine, especially given their son Barron’s age. He emphasized that she “hates to see something like this happening.”

Body language expert Nia Williams analyzed Trump’s reaction and noted that he appeared unusually reflective while speaking about Melania’s involvement. According to her, his gaze and posture showed sincerity, authority, and what she described as a “sensitive” side not always visible in public settings.

She contrasted this with Zelensky, who appeared more tense during the exchange, nodding frequently while showing furrowed brows signs she associated with nervousness.

Despite the human side of the meeting, the bigger picture was never far away. Trump reiterated his desire for a long-term peace, saying he had spoken indirectly with Putin and would continue discussions soon. Zelensky, meanwhile, pressed for ongoing U.S. support in intelligence and military equipment.

As the leaders spoke in Washington, reports of air raid sirens in parts of Ukraine underscored the urgency of their talks. The alarms, often triggered by potential Russian missile threats, were a stark reminder of the war’s ongoing toll.

The war, which escalated into a full invasion in 2022, continues to dominate U.S.–Ukraine relations. Trump is also expected to meet European leaders later this week, adding another layer to already delicate diplomacy.