Trump and Macron on June 15, 2026. (Credit: AFP)
Trump’s cold handshake with Macron draws attention at G7
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US President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron drew attention at the G7 Summit after a brief but closely watched greeting ahead of bilateral talks.
Footage showed Trump shaking hands with Macron with a restrained expression and limited visible interaction before the two leaders shook hands in front of cameras.
Some viewers on social media interpreted Trump’s body language, including his hand positioning during the handshake, as unusually formal or assertive. Others cautioned against reading too much into a brief public moment.
The exchange quickly became a talking point online, especially as Washington and Paris continue to navigate differences on trade policy and the war in Ukraine.
Despite the attention surrounding the greeting, both leaders maintained standard diplomatic language during the meeting, with public remarks emphasizing continued cooperation between the two allies.
The current G7 summit brings together leaders from Britain, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and the United States to discuss global economic and security issues.
