Core Points - Recent rumors regarding French President Macron allegedly "hiding drugs" have caused significant uproar on social media [1][3] - A video showing Macron moving a wrinkled white object during a meeting with UK Prime Minister Starmer and German Chancellor Merz has led to speculation that it was a bag of cocaine [1][3] - The French presidential office clarified that the object was merely a tissue and condemned the false information as being spread by hostile forces [3] Summary by Sections Social Media Impact - AI tools have been used to create false images of the leaders allegedly "high on drugs," exacerbating public confusion [3] - A tweet by conspiracy theorist Alex Jones regarding the "cocaine scandal" garnered over 29 million views [3] Official Response - The French presidential office issued a statement on May 12, urging the public to remain vigilant against misinformation [3] - The low-resolution video has been criticized for misleading the public, with reports indicating that the X platform has become a breeding ground for false information since its acquisition by Musk in 2022 [3] Historical Context - This is not the first time Macron has faced drug-related rumors; similar allegations arose during the 2017 presidential election when his campaign emails were hacked [3]