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Trump Attempts Kiss on Brigitte Macron, Signs Iran Deal

6/19/2026

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Trump Kiss Controversy

U.S. President Donald Trump pulled First Lady Brigitte Macron for a kiss after the summit dinner on 2026-06-18.
He embraced President Emmanuel Macron, placed hand on First Lady Brigitte Macron’s shoulder, leaned toward her.
First Lady Brigitte Macron pulled back after Trump’s second kiss attempt, prompting viewers to note her uneasy body language.
During the summit, President Donald Trump signed a U.S.–Iran peace deal at Versailles, beginning a 60-day period.

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Trump Whispers

Lip-readers Jeremy Freeman and Nicola Hickling reported whispers from Donald Trump to Brigitte Macron; Freeman heard “Ah Brigitte, mwah, mwah. Wow.” while Hickling heard “Hello, sweetheart.”
Body-language analyst Judi James said Donald Trump held Brigitte Macron’s hand longer than Emmanuel Macron’s before walking away holding it.
Supporters on social media defended Donald Trump, saying he helped Brigitte Macron, and episode followed his 80th birthday on June 14, 2026.

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Trump Kiss Controversy

U.S. President Donald Trump pulled First Lady Brigitte Macron for a kiss after the summit dinner on 2026-06-18.
He embraced President Emmanuel Macron, placed hand on First Lady Brigitte Macron’s shoulder, leaned toward her.
First Lady Brigitte Macron pulled back after Trump’s second kiss attempt, prompting viewers to note her uneasy body language.
During the summit, President Donald Trump signed a U.S.–Iran peace deal at Versailles, beginning a 60-day period.

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