Right before having a brief sit-down conversation with Volodymyr Zelensky just before Pope Francis’ funeral was set to begin, Donald Trump exchanged some words with Emmanuel Macron.
Recently published video footage and photos show U.S. President Donald Trump sharing a brief exchange with French President Emmanuel Macron before Trump sat down for a conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. A lip reader has deciphered what Trump said to Macron at Pope Francis’ funeral at the Vatican on Saturday morning, April 26, 2025.
According to professional lip reader Nicola Hickling, a tense moment unfolded between the global leaders, with Trump issuing a “frosty warning” to Macron.
Photos captured Trump pulling Macron aside after the latter shared a warm embrace with Zelensky. Hickling, who analyzed the scene for The Sun, shared that Trump extended his hands to both Macron and Zelensky in a forceful gesture to bring them in closer.
According to Hickling’s interpretation, Trump firmly addressed Emmanuel Macron, stating, “You are not in the right here, I need you to do me a favour [sic], you should not be here.” Zelensky, reportedly nodding in agreement, stood by as a vicar nearby reacted with visible concern.
Footage of the subsequent interaction between Donald Trump and Zelensky also came under Hickling’s scrutiny. She revealed that the Ukrainian leader seemed to push back diplomatically, saying, “I would like you to do that, but no this way [sic].”
Trump’s apparent reply? A cryptic yet telling remark, “It’s a very interesting strategy. You have reassurance.” More details on the story will follow shortly.
