India, Feb. 20 -- France's President Emmanuel Macron has stated that it is "surprising" to see leaders go 'backwards in the civilisation process". The French President's remarks come as a response to US President Donald Trump leaking private texts between the two leaders.

During his three-day visit to India, Macron sat down with Indian podcaster Raj Shamani on 'Figuring Out' and spoke on a range of topics from Indo-French ties to his ongoing tiff with the US President.

When asked bout how he felt about the private messages being leaked, Macron did not give a direct response, but highlighted the importance of 'respect" in diplomacy and international relations.

"I really believe that respect is a part of leadership, and we have to provid...