The portrait of American leader Donald Trump, which was given to him by Russian dictator Vladimir Putin, had several stars missing from the canvas.
Former Ukrainian Ambassador to the United States Valeriy Chaly suggested that this was a hint.
"CNN showed a portrait that the Russian leader gave to US President Donald Trump. Am I the only one who sees that the US flag is missing at least three stars (i.e. three states)?" he points out.
He adds that the explanation "the artist sees it that way" does not stand up to any criticism.
"Such things do not pass by protocol. Therefore, most likely, this is some kind of hidden message, " writes Chaly. "If Donald Trump ignores it, then soon some states may not be found, not only on the flag, but also on the map of the USA. A hint at Alaska?"
Read more about the portrait presented by Russian dictator Vladimir Putin to US President Donald Trump , by Russian artist Nikas Safronov. The gift was presented by Special Envoy Steve Witkoff.