‘Light Push or Slap?’ – Macron Explains Viral Video With Wife

A short video of French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte Macron, is getting a lot of attention on social media. The video is being seen as an awkward moment between the couple during their recent visit to Vietnam.
In the footage, Brigitte is seen placing her hands on President Macron's face, which some reports have described as a light push, while others claimed she allegedly slapped him. The brief moment happened as the couple stepped off their plane in Hanoi on May 25.

According to reports, the interaction appears playful, and President Macron was seen smiling soon after. He later clarified that the two were simply joking, and the incident was being exaggerated.

Officials from the Élysée Palace also dismissed the buzz, calling it a “lighthearted” exchange between the couple. Despite this, the clip continues to trend online and has sparked various reactions.- TWL Bureau