According to reports, the activists entered the museum disguised as tourists before changing attire, covering the figure with a blanket, and exiting through an emergency exit. Upon unveiling the waxwork outside the Russian embassy, they used signs to express their discontent regarding Macron’s leadership on the issue. Greenpeace France’s head, Jean-Francois Julliard, criticized Macron for his failure to terminate contracts with Russian companies, charging that he embodies a “double discourse” in France's foreign policy.
Despite Macron's consistent support for Ukraine, his administration has been criticized for allowing French companies to maintain business with Russia, particularly in the energy sector following the invasion of Ukraine. Reports suggest that Russia continues to gain significant revenue from fossil fuel exports, with substantial earnings coming from the EU despite sanctions.
The waxwork, valued at approximately €40,000, remains unreturned, and no arrests have been reported following this bold act of political expression. Activists continue to call for more decisive action from France regarding its trade policies with Russia in light of the ongoing conflict.
Despite Macron's consistent support for Ukraine, his administration has been criticized for allowing French companies to maintain business with Russia, particularly in the energy sector following the invasion of Ukraine. Reports suggest that Russia continues to gain significant revenue from fossil fuel exports, with substantial earnings coming from the EU despite sanctions.
The waxwork, valued at approximately €40,000, remains unreturned, and no arrests have been reported following this bold act of political expression. Activists continue to call for more decisive action from France regarding its trade policies with Russia in light of the ongoing conflict.
