President Donald Trump’s visit to the Netherlands for the NATO summit aimed to spotlight global unity and defense collaboration. The event featured key discussions on raising defense spending among member nations and marked the first time the Netherlands hosted the annual summit. Trump praised the tone of the talks and was warmly welcomed by King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima at Huis ten Bosch Palace.
However, what became the viral moment of the summit occurred during a routine press photo. As Trump posed with his signature thumbs-up, Queen Maxima was seen mimicking his mouth movement and turning to the camera with a deadpan expression. The internet quickly dubbed it a “royal burn,” though opinions ranged from humorous to disrespectful. Some users celebrated her subtle shade, while others criticized her for breaking royal decorum.
