Polish President Duda Gets Pranked by a Fake “Macron” Amid a Missile Incident
During a tense night when a missile slammed into a village near the Ukrainian border, President Andrzej Duda was unexpectedly caught in a phone‑call hoax. Russian pranksters Vovan and Lexus pretended to be French President Emmanuel Macron and got through – a second time in recent years that they’ve pulled off.
What Went Down
- • 7½‑minute clip shares the entire conversation.
- • Duda speaks in English while the caller tries hard to mimic a French accent.
- • “I’m extra careful,” Duda says repeatedly, a nervous reassurance after the missile blast in Przewodow.
- • The president spots the odd tone, guesses a prank, and ends the call.
Duda’s office clarified on Twitter that the call came “during the ongoing calls with heads of state and government” after the missile attack. They noted the caller’s unusual conduct and then concluded it might be a hoax.
Security Concerns Reignited
In 2020, the same pranksters successfully feigned UN Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres and called Duda. That incident sparked debates over call‑screening protocols at the Polish presidency.
Current investigations involve Duda’s office and relevant security agencies to trace how these pranksters slipped through the system. Two advisers were unresponsive to interview requests.
Not Just Polish Politics
Vovan and Lexus have a reputation for targeting high‑profile figures. Their past victims include Elon Musk, Elton John, Mrs. Biden, and Boris Johnson (among many others). They’re known for their playful yet daring approach, luring the world’s elite into absurd exchanges.
With the region on edge and international calls underway, this prank highlights the need for robust security and provides a stark reminder that even presidents can be the target of a clever joke.
