# Macron says world leaders made ‘stupid’ remarks on France riots based on fake AI videos

https://mins.news/en/item/109387

- France 24, 2026-10-21 11:48 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/france/20261021-macron-says-world-leaders-have-made-stupid-comments-on-france-riots-based-on-fake-ai-videos

> French President Emmanuel Macron accused world leaders, including US President Donald Trump, of seeking political advantage from riots and looting that accompanied peaceful demonstrations in France on Saturday. Another round of protests over the worsening cost of living is planned for this Saturday.

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