US EditionTrump draws attention for choice of attire at Pope Francis' funeral
- President Donald Trump and Melania Trump attended Pope Francis' funeral, where Trump wore a blue suit instead of the expected black attire, attracting public attention and criticism for breaking the dress code at the Vatican service.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy was seated in the front row and briefly met Trump before the service, receiving applause upon his arrival.
- Numerous commentators expressed shock and anger at Trump's outfit choice, stating it was disrespectful to wear blue at the service, which required black for men.
- After the ceremony, Trump left before the Pope's burial, leading to remarks from Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re about building 'bridges, not walls.
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'It was a joke!' Trump melts down over NYT report in tirade after pope funeral
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Blue suit in the Vatican: Trump causes excitement
A supposed fashion fauxpas by US President Donald Trump caused a stir: at the funeral ceremony for Pope Francis in Rome he wore a blue suit – and thus allegedly not the prescribed dress code. Did he really do something wrong? We clarify! Although black is traditionally expected in the Vatican for mourning clothing, the guidelines are not as icy as many assume. Dark suits are also considered acceptable – and blue is no doubt part of this category…
Trump skips protocol with his dress at Pope Francis' funeral
The President of the United States came with Melania Trump. His presence was expected, but his suit unpacked with the rest of the attendees: while everyone dressed in black – including his wife – the American president dressed in dark blue, which made a noticeable difference.
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