Haiti's interim president, Edgard Leblanc Fils, unintentionally became the subject of internet memes after an awkward moment during his speech at the United Nations General Assembly. While delivering a heartfelt appeal for international support to assist Haiti with peacekeeping efforts, the president experienced an unexpected mishap.
Feeling thirsty mid-speech, he reached for a jug of water and, rather than using a glass, drank straight from the large pitcher. In the process, he spilled water on himself, creating an awkward scene that was quickly captured on video.
The clip spread rapidly across social media, sparking a flood of memes and jokes. Some social media users mocked the situation, with one person remarking, "Thirsty Haitian drinks straight out of a water pitcher during his UN speech." Others chimed in with sarcastic comments like, "Don't they have cups in Haiti?" and "I've never seen someone drink directly from a water jug like that."
Despite the humorous responses, the incident overshadowed the president’s important message about the need for global collaboration to help stabilize Haiti. Nonetheless, the viral moment has brought unexpected attention to the leader and his country.
🇭🇹The leader of Haiti, apparently very dry-mouthed, decided to have a good drink from a jug on the UN podium. Perhaps one of the most significant events there in the last day.
— Try Thinking For Once (@ThinkingOnce) September 27, 2024
Haiti also demands $200 billion in compensation from France for the national oppression of the island. pic.twitter.com/aarjJEhoeG
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