Macron accuses Trump and other leaders of exploiting France unrest for political gain

Ekonominin Sesi - International (English) · Oct 22, 2026 · 1m

French President Emmanuel Macron has accused Donald Trump and other foreign leaders of making “unacceptable” and “stupid” comments about France’s street unrest for political gain. Speaking in Doha, he said some leaders were spreading narratives promoted by particular groups and using France in their election campaigns. Asked whether he meant Trump, Macron said, “Among others.” Trump has blamed the violence on “migrants, jihadists and communists.” Macron also said AI-generated images showed scenes that never happened in France, and rejected claims that the country had been invaded by migrants…