Viral images suggesting Emmanuel Macron was seen with cocaine were debunked as fake news. Accusations were spread on social media by Russia and others without evidence. Macron, Merz, and Starmer traveled to Kyiv for talks with Zelensky. The French presidency dismissed the claims as disinformation aimed at undermining European unity. German and French governments rejected the allegations. Russian propaganda often targets Zelensky with drug-related accusations.
Key Points
False allegations of Macron using cocaine debunked
Accusations part of disinformation campaign by Russia and enemies of France
Macron, Merz, and Starmer traveled to Kyiv for talks with Zelensky
German and French governments rejected the claims
Russian propaganda often targets Zelensky with drug-related accusations
Pros
Debunked false claims of Emmanuel Macron using cocaine
Highlighted the spread of disinformation by Russia and others
Cons
Spread of baseless conspiracy theories on social media