Macron Begins 3-Day UK State Visit

Above: The Prince and Princess of Wales as well as the French President and First Lady on July 8, 2025. Image copyright: The Prince and Princess of Wales via X

The Spin

Pro-Europe narrative

Macron's visit marks a crucial step in post-Brexit relations. After years of tension, Starmer's entente restoration signals a united continent. Facing Putin's aggression and Trump's indifference, these nuclear powers must forge a coalition of the willing that transcends nationalism. Aside from the glitz and the pageantry, Macron's visit is a welcome reminder that Europe must work together in lockstep.

Establishment-critical narrative

Macron's visit is but a mask for failure. Once promising to transcend politics, Macron has become a lame duck since his election gamble left France ungovernable. Meanwhile, Starmer's "reset" is meaningless to the British public, with the prime minister unable to secure a deal to end the Channel migrant chaos. Both weakened leaders are using diplomatic theatre to distract from domestic collapse.

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