Haiti condemns Macron's remarks as inappropriate and offensive

Haitian officials have condemned French President Emmanuel Macron's remarks, in which he called Haiti's leadership "completely stupid." This comment, made during a conversation at the G20 summit, has sparked outrage due to France's colonial history in Haiti. Haiti's foreign minister summoned the French ambassador to express "indignation" over Macron's "unacceptable" comments. The Haitian transitional presidential council is lodging an official protest with France's Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs. In response, Macron acknowledged the remarks were "unfortunate" but did not apologize. He later emphasized France's commitment to supporting Haiti's security and political stability during a speech in Chile.