VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-10-28
“I apologize to everyone my words have upset. I have deep respect for the Chinese people and their history, and I am sincerely sorry.”
Kylian Mbappé · said 2026-10-27 · reported 2026-10-28
Mbappé issued a statement apologizing for laughing at a meme involving a Chinese dictator after facing criticism from China.
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