India, June 16 -- US President Donald Trump became the center of attention during the G7 summit after his reaction to a birthday gift from German Chancellor Friedrich Merz sparked buzz on social media.

The moment unfolded Tuesday ahead of a working session at the summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, where Merz presented Trump with a Germany national soccer team jersey customized with the words "TRUMP 47" on the back.

The exchange went viral after video footage showed what many viewers described as an awkward interaction between the two leaders.

Trump, who turned 80 on Sunday during the summit, was approached by Merz while cameras were rolling before the leaders' meeting began.

Holding up the jersey, Merz reportedly asked Trump, "Do you ...