A supposedly light-hearted moment between Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, has unexpectedly sparked a flurry of speculation — with commentators and analysts poring over what it might reveal about their relationship and the wider political mood.

While awaiting for the staircase to be readied, however, Brigitte's red blazer-clad arm suddenly comes into view, appearing to shove the President in the face. Macron, 47, appears to be initially dismayed by the incident, before waving to the crowd awaiting him.

An unexpected scene involving French President Emmanuel Macron and his wife, Brigitte, upon their arrival in Vietnam has sparked a flurry of

They were just playfighting.That was French President Emmanuel Macron 's explanation Monday ... side.The French leader argued that the images and reaction to them offered a cautionary tale about ...