Trump: Zelensky Not Invited to My Inauguration Ceremony

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump announced that he had not extended a formal invitation to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to attend his inauguration ceremony, though he stated he would be willing to welcome him if he chose to attend.

These remarks come after weeks of speculation regarding Zelensky’s possible participation. Reports had suggested that an invitation had been sent, but Trump’s team denied this, confirming that no formal invitation had been issued.

Trump also expressed doubt about the attendance of Chinese President Xi Jinping, despite extending an invitation to him for the ceremony scheduled for **January 20, 2025**.

Traditionally, U.S. presidential inauguration ceremonies are attended by foreign ambassadors and diplomatic representatives, but according to U.S. State Department records dating back to **1874**, no foreign leader has ever attended a presidential transition of power in the United States.

However, several high-level representatives are expected to participate, including Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán.

The official inauguration ceremony, marking the start of Donald Trump’s new term, will take place on **January 20, 2025**, with the attendance of international dignitaries and prominent figures.