The 2025 meeting between Trump and Zelenskyy was marked by an unusual side event: the exchange of letters between the First Ladies. Melania Trump wrote to Vladimir Putin, focusing on the plight of children and the need for peace. Olena Zelenska then wrote to Melania in response, creating a dialogue outside the formal discussions between the presidents. The letters highlighted the shared human values at stake in international politics. This created a moment of connection amidst political negotiations.
