A video circulating online has ignited a debate about a possible interaction between Brigitte Macron and President Emmanuel Macron upon their arrival in Hanoi. The footage appears to show Brigitte Macron touching or even slapping the President's face as they disembarked their plane.
The incident occurred after the French presidential plane landed in Hanoi on Sunday evening. The video shows Brigitte's hand appearing from behind the plane door, briefly touching Emmanuel's face before nudging it to the side.
President Macron, seemingly surprised, quickly regained his composure and waved to the crowd. Brigitte Macron remained hidden behind the aircraft, making it impossible to discern her reaction.
Adding to the speculation, reports indicate that Brigitte refused to take Emmanuel's arm as they descended the plane steps for the formal reception. Macron's office initially denied the incident but later downplayed it as "playful teasing" or a marital spat.
One presidential aide described it as an innocent marital "spat," while another official attributed the negative commentary to pro-Russian social media accounts, calling it a simple "moment of connection." The exact nature of the contact remains unclear, leaving room for interpretation.