French President Macron Faces Awkward Moment Trying to Kiss Turkish First Lady's Hand During Visit
During an official visit to Turkey, French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his wife Emine. A video circulated on social media showing Macron reaching out to kiss Emine Erdogan's hand, a gesture customary in French etiquette. However, Emine Erdogan withdrew her hand, avoiding the gesture, leaving it out of Macron's reach. Meanwhile, President Erdogan was seen shaking Brigitte Macron's hand with a formal grip only. The incident sparked significant attention online, with many viewers highlighting the cultural and diplomatic differences between French and Turkish protocols in such official meetings.
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