Bizarre moment TWO guards collapse beside Emmanuel Macron as he welcomes Slovak president to Elysee Palace

Published: 04:39 EST, 12 November 2026 | Updated: 04:45 EST, 12 November 2026 This is the bizarre moment two guards collapsed beside French President Emmanuel Macron as he was welcoming the Slovak president to Elysee Palace. Video footage shows a guard staggering, lowering his sword and then collapsing, hitting his head against the pillar behind him.Macron and several others immediately rush towards him before security guards carry him away.Just seconds later, a sword is heard clattering to the ground off camera, prompting a startled reaction from Macron as someone asks: 'What the hell is going on?'Another guard is then seen staggering away while being supported by several men. The French President then greets Slovak leader Peter Pellegrini before entering the residence.The condition of the guards or the reason for their collapse remain unknown. Video footage shows the guard (seen on the right) staggering, lowering his sword and then collapsing, hitting his head against the pillarMacron and several others immediately rush towards him before security guards carry him away A second guard collapsed off camera and was later seen staggering inside with the support of several menThe video has gone viral on social media, as people express concern for the wellbeing of the guards.'Yikes. He fell hard. Hope he didn't get a head injury,' one person said, while another added: 'At least he was wearing a helmet.'Another questioned why staff appeared to take a longer route while carrying the guard away from the scene.'They carried him all the way around to the same door that was only a few feet away from where he collapsed,' the user said.Others expressed their horror at the whole situation, as one person wrote: 'This is what happens when people are used as statues. Enough of this nonsense.''Someone is behind him fainting but the other guard is still standing still. Humanity,' another user commented. Heavy ceremonial uniforms, locked knees and having to stand in one position for a long time can contribute to fainting incidents.Macron was meeting with Slovak President Peter Pellegrini to strengthen bilateral relations and coordinate on European policy issues during a multi-day official visit to France.Posting on X, Pellegrini said discussions focused on 'energy security and sovereignty, a just and lasting peace in Ukraine, nuclear energy cooperation, and protecting children online.''At a time of profound global challenges, Europe needs strong partnerships, unity and determination. Slovakia and France stand ready to work hand in hand for a stronger, safer and more prosperous Europe,' he added. 'Together, let us shape Europe’s future with ambition, solidarity and confidence!'