After the opening question, Hollande was not asked directly about Trierweiler until questioned on her state of health nearly two hours later. "She's resting, and I have no further comment to make," he replied.

Trierweiler, 48, was admitted to the hospital hours after glossy magazine Closer published a series of photos showing Hollande and Gayet arriving separately for trysts at a flat close to the presidential Elysee Palace.

Media reports claimed Trierweiler was suffering from low blood pressure, exhaustion and a "severe case of the blues".

Hollande reiterated his "total indignation" over Closer's intrusion into his private life but said he would not be taking legal action over the report, which he has not denied.

Friends and political allies of Hollande have urged him to move quickly to clarify the situation by stating clearly whether he is still in a relationship with Trierweiler.

About the broadcaster:

Nelly Min is an editor at China Daily with more than 10 years of experience as a newspaper editor and photographer. She has worked at major newspapers in the U.S., including the Los Angeles Times and the Detroit Free Press. She is also fluent in Korean.

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