The last NATO summit held in Ankara left, beyond the complex strategic debates on international security, another episode that attracted the attention of those present.
The Secretary General of the Atlantic Alliance, Mark Rutte, became the protagonist of a free moment, laughingly making a gesture about the clothing of the Prime Minister of Albania, Edi Rama.
The Albanian leader is widely known for his unconventional style at official meetings and, once again, he stood out at the diplomatic meeting by wearing sneakers. Rutte, in an attempt to give a lighter atmosphere to the day, did not miss this detail, highlighting the contrast of styles that can coexist in such a high-level meeting.
However, the Secretary-General's friendly gesture did not have the success he expected in all directions.
Despite Rutte's irony, he failed to elicit a single smile from United States President Donald Trump, who maintained a serious expression during this unusual exchange.
This moment has been interpreted as a reflection of the different personal dynamics between the leaders present at the summit, in a context where fundamental issues – such as tensions in the Middle East and the protection of the Strait of Hormuz – continue to maintain a climate of maximum diplomatic demands.
The scene quickly became one of the most commented images of the day in the Turkish capital.
