Why Was Macron Wearing Sunglasses at Davos?

New York Times - World Human InterestNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by Francesca RegaladoJanuary 21, 2026 at 10:48 AM

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French President Emmanuel Macron wore sunglasses at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland on Tuesday due to a medical condition, specifically broken blood vessels in his eye known as a subconjunctival hemorrhage. Macron first appeared with an inflamed eye last Thursday during a New Year's speech to France's armed forces. The condition, which he stated was harmless, is expected to resolve within two weeks. While some speculated the sunglasses were a political statement, referencing past instances where Macron used clothing to convey a message, his office has not commented. The unusual choice of eyewear sparked comparisons to figures like Tom Cruise's character in "Top Gun" and former President Joe Biden.

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Mr. Macron warned of a “shift toward a world without rules,” referring to the growing disregard for international law.

quote — President Emmanuel Macron100% confidence

The eye condition is known medically as a subconjunctival hemorrhage.

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The condition typically goes away without treatment within two weeks.

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President Emmanuel Macron wore sunglasses at Davos due to a medical issue, specifically broken blood vessels in his eye.

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Some people likened the bespectacled Mr. Macron to the naval aviator played by Tom Cruise in “Top Gun.”

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Ukraine 30% Russia 30% Joe Biden 30% United States 40% Donald Trump ×250% France ×360% Davos ×270% World Economic Forum ×270% Emmanuel Macron ×1090%

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emmanuel macron 100% sunglasses 90% world economic forum 80% eye condition 70% subconjunctival hemorrhage 60% political statement 50% international law 50% davos 40%