Macron's watch removal during TV interview sparks controversy.

French President Emmanuel Macron faced criticism on social media after appearing to remove his luxury wristwatch during a TV interview, with some speculating that he did so to appear less wealthy amid ongoing pension-related protests in France. The Élysée Palace denied the rumors, stating that Macron removed the watch to avoid hitting it on the table. The protests have turned violent, with Macron's plan to raise the retirement age from 62 to 64 facing significant blowback.