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french president Emmanuel Macron Injecting a touch of levity into him new yearaddress Franceof the Armed Forces, quipped an eye-catching Eye health) status.
Appearing with a bloated appearance, red eye Speaking at the military base in Istres in southern France, Mr Macron assured attendees that the issue was “completely harmless”.
He acknowledged his appearance at the start of his speech, saying: “Please forgive my bad eyes. Of course, it’s something completely harmless.” Earlier in the day, he was seen wearing sunglasses during an outdoor troop review.
Mr Macron later joked about the situation, adding: “Just stumbled upon the reference to ‘Eye of the Tiger’… For those who noticed the reference, it was a sign of determination.”
This is obviously a nod to the hit theme song American rock band Survivor in the 1982 film Rocky III, Starring Sylvester Stallone.
Despite the light-hearted interludes, Mr Macron’s speech focused on the serious challenges facing the military in 2026.
These include accelerated French rearmament, continued support for Ukraineand the decision to send troops Greenland to show support Denmark.