TRUMP MEETS WITH MACRON AND ZELENSKYY IN PARIS AHEAD OF NOTRE DAME REOPENING CEREMONY
President-elect Donald Trump arrived in Paris on Saturday, where he met with French President Emmanuel Macron and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy ahead of the Notre Dame Cathedral reopening ceremony.
The meeting between Trump, Macron, and Zelenskyy is seen as a significant moment in Trump’s first international trip since winning the presidential election last month. Macron has been trying to cultivate a relationship with Trump, and the two are expected to discuss a range of issues, including maintaining support for Ukraine in its defense against Russia’s three-year invasion.
“We’re delighted to welcome President-elect Trump to Paris,” said Macron. “We have a lot to discuss, and I’m looking forward to working with him on a range of issues, including Ukraine.”
Trump’s visit to France comes as Macron and other European leaders are trying to persuade him to maintain support for Ukraine. Trump has a history of strained relationships with European leaders, but Macron was one of the first to congratulate him after the election.
“We’re committed to supporting Ukraine in its defense against Russian aggression,” said Zelenskyy. “We’re grateful for the support of France and other European countries, and we look forward to working with President-elect Trump to maintain this support.”
The meeting between Trump, Macron, and Zelenskyy is also seen as a significant moment in the lead-up to the Notre Dame Cathedral reopening ceremony. The ceremony is expected to be attended by over 50 heads of state and government, including Trump, Macron, and other dignitaries.
NOTRE DAME REOPENING CEREMONY
The Notre Dame Cathedral reopening ceremony is a significant event, with over 6,000 police officers and members of the gendarmerie deployed for security. The ceremony will include a service presided by Archbishop Laurent Ulrich, with prayers and hymns.
The cathedral has undergone extensive repairs and renovations since a devastating fire in April 2019. The reopening ceremony marks a major milestone in the cathedral’s restoration, and it is expected to be a significant moment in French history.
“We’re delighted to reopen Notre Dame Cathedral after a long and difficult restoration process,” said Macron. “This is a significant moment in French history, and we’re honored to be able to share it with President-elect Trump and other dignitaries.”
CONCLUSION
President-elect Trump’s meeting with Macron and Zelenskyy in Paris ahead of the Notre Dame Cathedral reopening ceremony marks a significant moment in Trump’s first international trip since winning the presidential election. The meeting is seen as a significant moment in the lead-up to the ceremony, and it is expected to be a major milestone in French history.
