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Macron’s ‘Palestine’ Ploy: Slapped at Home, Pandering Abroad in a Desperate Power Grab. Slapped in Paris, Scheming in Ramallah: Desperate Appeal to the Arab Street - at least.
Macron’s Popularity Craters in 2025 Amid Personal and Political Turmoil
Once hailed as a visionary centrist, French President Emmanuel Macron has become one of the most unpopular leaders on the global stage in 2025. According to 'Visual Capitalist', Macron now suffers from a disapproval rating exceeding 60%, placing him among the least liked leaders worldwide—alongside figures like Pedro Sánchez and Olaf Scholz.
Macron’s domestic reputation has hit rock bottom. A damning 'Ifop' poll reported by 'Le Journal du Dimanche' shows his approval ratings at their lowest since taking office in 2017. Prime Minister François Bayrou hasn’t fared any better, sinking to record lows himself.
Even Macron’s international appearances haven’t saved him from scrutiny. Though radical-left 'The Guardian' portrays him as relishing his role on the global stage—especially in contrast to Donald Trump—at home, his image is in free fall.
Adding to his public disgrace, a widely
especially in contrast to Donald Trump—at home, his image is in free fall.
Adding to his public disgrace, a widely circulated clip shows his wife, Brigitte Macron, publicly slapping him before a state visit in Vietnam—an incident that went viral and fed into growing perceptions of a president increasingly isolated and embattled.
As Macron clings to international relevance, his grip on domestic legitimacy continues to unravel. The message from the public is clear: the French are done with Macronism.
Behind "Palestine" state campaign: "Slapped at Home, Scrambling Abroad: Macron’s Desperate Bid for Relevance"
Frustrated by his plunging popularity, Macron first attempted to salvage his image through high-profile global summits. But after the humiliating slap from his wife went viral, he pivoted to distraction—seeking to rally support by courting the Arab world, using a symbolic “Palestine” recognition campaign as a political springboard.
Macron’s Popularity Craters in 2025 Amid Personal and Political Turmoil
Once hailed as a visionary centrist, French President Emmanuel Macron has become one of the most unpopular leaders on the global stage in 2025. According to 'Visual Capitalist', Macron now suffers from a disapproval rating exceeding 60%, placing him among the least liked leaders worldwide—alongside figures like Pedro Sánchez and Olaf Scholz.
Macron’s domestic reputation has hit rock bottom. A damning 'Ifop' poll reported by 'Le Journal du Dimanche' shows his approval ratings at their lowest since taking office in 2017. Prime Minister François Bayrou hasn’t fared any better, sinking to record lows himself.
Even Macron’s international appearances haven’t saved him from scrutiny. Though radical-left 'The Guardian' portrays him as relishing his role on the global stage—especially in contrast to Donald Trump—at home, his image is in free fall.
Adding to his public disgrace, a widely
especially in contrast to Donald Trump—at home, his image is in free fall.
Adding to his public disgrace, a widely circulated clip shows his wife, Brigitte Macron, publicly slapping him before a state visit in Vietnam—an incident that went viral and fed into growing perceptions of a president increasingly isolated and embattled.
As Macron clings to international relevance, his grip on domestic legitimacy continues to unravel. The message from the public is clear: the French are done with Macronism.
Behind "Palestine" state campaign: "Slapped at Home, Scrambling Abroad: Macron’s Desperate Bid for Relevance"
Frustrated by his plunging popularity, Macron first attempted to salvage his image through high-profile global summits. But after the humiliating slap from his wife went viral, he pivoted to distraction—seeking to rally support by courting the Arab world, using a symbolic “Palestine” recognition campaign as a political springboard.
