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Phantom Farter Disrupts Zelenskyy Briefing at EU Summit

Published October 19, 2026

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Reporters were hilariously driven out of a summit briefing in Brussels by a 'phantom farter.' An unexpected odor invaded the room during Zelenskyy's wait.

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During the EU Summit in Brussels, reports surfaced of a 'phantom farter' causing a stink that drove journalists from a briefing room while awaiting President Zelenskyy. This amusing incident was shared widely, sparking humor around the unexpected aromatic interruption. Reporters described the incident as a nuisance, overshadowing serious political discussions with comic relief.

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