Barack Obama,  Nicolas Sarkozy

Michelle and Barack Obama SNUB The Sarkozys – Turn Down Dinner Invite

The Obamas Snu



But, they were such great friends, especially before the election?

The Obamas turn up in Paris this evening, but have declined a dinner invitation from the couple next door: the Sarkozys.

President Obama’s reluctance to spend more than minimum time with the French leader on his visit for the D-Day anniversary has come as an embarrassment to the Elysée Palace.

America’s First Family will not be dining with President Sarkozy and his wife, Carla Bruni, even though they are staying at the residence of the US Ambassador, yards from the Elysée apartments where the Sarkozys spend their weekends.

Mr Sarkozy’s staff were trying yesterday to arrange another private moment between the couples. Mr Obama is due to fly back to Washington tomorrow night or on Sunday.

Gad, the political machinations of these foreign leaders.

It is all about media hype and appearances.


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