Zelenskiy and His Allies Turn on Charm to Keep Trump’s Favor

US-Ukraine Relations - Ukraine's president employed a charming approach, including wearing a suit, for a crucial meeting with President Trump, which proved effective [1] - The meeting aimed to avoid a repeat of a previous disastrous encounter and to counter criticism of less formal attire [2] - European leaders and NATO representatives aligned to advocate for Ukraine's interests at the White House [2] Diplomatic Outcomes - Ukraine secured a commitment from Trump to join security guarantees for any peace deal and defer discussions on territorial swaps with Russia [3] - The gathering was considered a success for Western allies seeking to influence President Trump away from a potentially unfavorable quick deal [3] Uncertainties and Concerns - The scope of any security guarantees remains undefined [4] - President Trump expressed uncertainty about the necessity of security guarantees, raising concerns among allies regarding trust in Putin's word [4]