A surprising moment was captured on video after the French presidential plane landed in Vietnam, showing President Emmanuel Macron seemingly being slapped by his wife, Brigitte Macron.
The video quickly went viral, sparking widespread discussions on social media.
In the footage, as the plane’s door opens and Macron steps out, Brigitte’s two arms can be seen reaching toward the president’s face, creating the impression of either a slap or a playful gesture. Macron’s unusual facial expression and immediate reaction fueled speculation about a possible quarrel between the couple.
The Élysée Palace promptly responded, denying that the incident was a serious conflict, describing it instead as a “moment of relaxation and venting” between the couple before the start of the official visit. A presidential aide referred to it as a “brief disagreement,” adding that such situations are normal before official trips.
In the video, following the moment, the couple is seen descending the stairs together, with Macron extending his arm toward Brigitte, while she keeps her arm behind the railing—an unusual gesture compared to their typical behavior.
This unusual episode has attracted media and public attention, sparking a wave of discussions about the presidential couple’s relationship in public.
