Emmanuel Macron shows off his boxing skills, sparking mixed reaction in France | CNN
French President Macron's boxing photos prompt mixed reactions and criticism with ties to foreign policy stances.
- Bilawal Riaz
- 1 min read
Photos of French President Emmanuel Macron boxing have stirred mixed reactions in France. Macron, captured in black and white images hitting a bag, has raised eyebrows, with some tying the display to his firmer stance on Moscow, especially concerning Ukraine. Comparisons to Russia’s Putin, known for his sporty images, were made. Critics like Yannick Jadot slammed Macron’s macho stance and lack of action in Gaza. Sandrine Rousseau criticized the “virilist codes” in the photos, deeming them regressive. Commentators like Jonathan Bouchet-Petersen derided Macron’s communication strategy as “quite appalling.” Expert Philippe Moreau-Chevrolet suggested Macron’s message was aimed at Putin to show strength.