Egypt became the center of the world on Monday as leaders met to discuss peace between Israel and Hamas.
And letโs just say, Trump didnโt exactly blend into the background.
Upgrading Mark Carney
It was supposed to be a serious diplomatic gathering โ but leave it to Donald Trump to turn a high-profile peace summit into a mix of laughs, eyebrow-raises, and viral moments.
The event kicked off with a touch of comedy when Trump accidentally โupgradedโ Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to president โ prompting Carney to stroll over and quip, โIโm glad you upgraded me to president.โ
Trump, quick on his feet, replied: โAt least I didnโt say governor,โ jokingly covering his mouth and giving Carneyโs arm a playful tap.
Canada's Carney: I am glad you upgraded me to President.
Trump: At least I didn't say Governor.pic.twitter.com/NWlh2s7Cp3
— Clash Report (@clashreport) October 13, 2025
The playful tone didnโt stop there. During the same ceremony, Trump turned his attention to Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, delivering a comment that instantly grabbed headlines.
โIโm not allowed to say it because usually itโs the end of your political career if you say it,โ he began, before adding with a grin: โSheโs a beautiful young woman.โ
He continued: โIf you use the word โbeautifulโ in the United States about a woman, thatโs the end of your political career, but Iโll take my chances.โ
Turning to Meloni directly, he asked: โYou donโt mind being called beautiful, right? Because you are.โ
But the lighthearted moments quickly gave way to awkward tension. Cameras soon captured what many viewers are calling a humiliating exchange between Trump and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, leaving online audiences both cringing and laughing at Starmerโs reaction.
Starmerโs attempt to align himself with Trumpโs high-profile Gaza peace deal didnโt go as planned, turning what should have been a diplomatic highlight into an uncomfortable spectacle played out on the world stage.
Leaders from across the globe had gathered at Sharm el-Sheikh to witness Trumpโs so-called โhistoric agreementโ aimed at ending the conflict between Israel and Hamas. Instead, the event became a series of awkward silences and political snubs โ and Trump drew much of the attention.
Starmer, standing off to the side, found himself visibly sidelined as Trump arrived several hours late following a visit with freed Hamas hostages in Israel. Once on stage, Trump launched into a lengthy speech, calling out countries alphabetically โ while Starmer waited quietly in the background.
Eventually, Trump singled him out: โWhere is the United Kingdom? Come here.โ
Starmer stepped forward and joked lightly: โBehind you as usual.โ
The two shook hands. โIs everything going good?โ Trump asked. โVery good,โ Starmer replied โ only for Trump to turn away and continue addressing the crowd.
With no invitation to speak, Starmer quietly returned to his spot, a moment that was immortalized in photos and clips that quickly spread online, leaving viewers debating whether it was awkward diplomacy or a public humiliation.
Social Media Cringes
Reactions online ranged from amusement to outrage, with many accusing Trump of intentionally humiliating the British Prime Minister.
One X user wrote: โIโve lost count of how many times Trump has humiliated Starmer this year, but this is by far the best. After listing a multitude of countries, the only person he invites to the podium is Starmer โ and then brushes him off and sends him packing. Brutal.โ
Another commented: โPresident Trump pretty much forgot that Keir Starmer was there, he then thought he was going to speak, the look on his face before he walked back.โ
They all grovel for the Emperor
Starmer jumps like a lap dog when summoned, Donald Trump doesn't even use his name. This is the best Britain has to offer?
A greasy supplicant crawling while standing. Shameful. Watch until the end. pic.twitter.com/R9onvpTXEb
— Chay Bowes (@BowesChay) October 14, 2025
Attempting to reclaim the narrative, Starmer posted a photo of the handshake on social media, writing:
โPresident Trump, this is your achievement. I thank you for your tireless efforts to deliver this moment. The UK stands ready to support a full implementation of the peace plan.โ
However, critics werenโt convinced. A U.S. ambassador to Israel had already downplayed the UKโs role, calling one British minister โdelusional,โ according to The Daily Mail.
Macronโs tense moment with Trump
As mentioned, Starmer wasnโt the only leader caught in an uncomfortable exchange. French President Emmanuel Macron also shared a tense on-camera moment with Trump.
As the two shook hands, what began as a cordial greeting quickly shifted into an intense, drawn-out grip. According to lip reader Nicola Hickling, Trump asked: โNice to see you, so you agreed?โ When Macron responded softly, Trump pressed again: โAre you being genuine?โ
โOf course,โ Macron replied.
Trump then tightened his grip and added cryptically: โOkay, so now I want to know why, you hurt me. I already know.โ
The French leader looked down, visibly uncomfortable, as cameras continued to roll โ a reminder that even on the world stage, diplomacy can turn personal in an instant.
