During Pope Francis’ funeral at St. Peter’s Square, Donald Trump was caught whispering to Melania, “I’ll go over and speak to him,” according to lip reader Nicola Hickling. Melania responded with a noticeable ‘side-eye,’ sparking curiosity about who Trump was referring to.
Speculation suggests Trump’s comment may have been aimed at Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, seated just a few places away. This marked their first encounter since Trump accused Zelenskyy of “gambling with World War Three.”
Despite early reports predicting a third-tier seat, Trump surprisingly secured a front-row spot among world leaders like Emmanuel Macron and Prince William. The Vatican reportedly prioritized seating based on Catholic ties and political considerations, noting that “big egos” also influenced arrangements.
Ahead of the service, Trump and Zelenskyy had a “very productive discussion,” agreeing to continue diplomatic talks. The encounter added another layer of intrigue to an already historic day at the Vatican.
