SCANDALISING! French President Macron Gets Intimate Kiss from Female Sports Minister at Olympic 2024 Opening Ceremony
A photograph of French President Emmanuel Macron and Sports Minister Amélie Oudéa-Castéra has sparked a heated controversy following the 2024 Olympic opening ceremony. The image, which shows 46-year-old Macron being kissed on the neck by Oudéa-Castéra, with one of her hands around his neck and the other on his arm, has raised many eyebrows in France. Prime Minister Gabriel Attal is also seen in the photo, appearing to avert his gaze.
The photograph was first published by French magazine Madame Figaro, which described Oudéa-Castéra as "someone who certainly knows how to attract attention."
Amid the backlash, some netizens responded with humorous memes, adding a lighter tone to the ongoing debate. However, the controversy highlights the fine line between personal and professional interactions, especially for public figures.