
Greenpeace's Daring Act: Macron's Wax Figure 'Kidnapped' to Protest Russia Ties
Greenpeace Activists' Bold Protest: Macron's Wax Figure 'Kidnapped' in Paris. Paris, France – In a surprising turn of events on Monday, June 2nd, 2025, Greenpeace activists successfully removed a wax figure of French President Emmanuel Macron from the prestigious Grévin Museum. Their audacious act involved carefully concealing the statue before transporting it to a location directly in front of the Russian embassy. The protest, captured on video by both @greenpeace_france and X/Antony Paone, immediately sparked widespread attention. A spokesperson for Greenpeace France, while not officially named in the video, stated (paraphrased from video description): "This action symbolizes our condemnation of France's economic relationship with Russia during the ongoing war in Ukraine." The video showcases the activists' careful removal of the statue, their journey through Paris streets, and the figure's final placement before the Russian embassy. The visual evidence adds a powerful layer to the protest's message. The incident highlights the growing global concern over France's continued economic ties with Russia, a point of contention for many environmental and political groups. The symbolic act serves as a stark reminder of the international community's disapproval of Russia's actions in Ukraine.