Trump insists on gratitude from foreign leaders

President Donald Trump has shown a strong desire for gratitude from foreign leaders, especially during diplomatic calls. Recently, after talking to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, the White House emphasized Zelensky's gratitude towards Trump for his efforts in negotiating a ceasefire with Russia. This included multiple mentions of Zelensky thanking Trump for his leadership. Experts say that this approach reflects a change in U.S. foreign policy. Michael Froman, president of the Council on Foreign Relations, noted that Trump's transactional view of diplomacy sees support for allies as a favor rather than a key part of U.S. strategy. He pointed out that Trump's perspective is different from the traditional view held for the past 80 years, which sees support for allies as beneficial to U.S. interests. The insistence on gratitude marks a notable shift in how the U.S. engages with foreign leaders. This trend raises questions about the future of U.S. alliances and international relations under Trump's administration.