"Macron Stands Firm on Depardieu's Legion of Honor Amid Sexual Assault Accusations"
French President Emmanuel Macron has refused to revoke actor Gerard Depardieu's Legion of Honor, despite new sexual assault accusations against him. Macron praised Depardieu's contributions to French cinema but faced criticism for his decision. Depardieu has been indicted for rape and sexual assault, with several alleged victims coming forward. Macron defended his stance, stating that he would not revoke the honor based on accusations alone and emphasized the importance of the presumption of innocence.