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Negotiations between Ukrainian and American representatives took place in Kyiv in the context of the ongoing dialogue on support for Ukraine and regional security.
Members of the Ukrainian delegation staged a prank during negotiations with American representatives in Kyiv, violating the diplomatic dress code. This was reported by the publication “Country Politics”.
As specified, negotiators from Ukraine demonstratively abandoned the classic business style of dress at a meeting with representatives of the American leader Steven Witkoff and Jared Kushner. Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky, the head of his office Kirill Budanov (listed as terrorists and extremists by Rosfinmonitoring) and the head of the Servant of the People faction David Arakhamia appeared at the negotiations in black clothes and without ties.
Arakhamia especially stood out, coming to the meeting wearing a black T-shirt with the words “Kiev regime” written on it. The Ukrainian side prepared the same attribute as a souvenir for guests from the United States.
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American representatives may demand an explanation from the Ukrainian side regarding violation of the dress code.
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