Trump Attends Notre Dame Cathedral Reopening

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Paris on December 7 for diplomatic meetings, including a scheduled meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron and a potential trilateral discussion with newly elected US President Donald Trump. Trump's visit marks his first international trip as president-elect, coinciding with the reopening ceremony of Notre Dame Cathedral, which he praised for its restoration. Macron's office downplayed the significance of Trump's invitation, emphasizing that similar invitations were extended to other former politicians. President Joe Biden was invited but will be represented by First Lady Jill Biden due to scheduling conflicts. The reopening ceremony is set to feature a service led by the Catholic archbishop of Paris and will be attended by over 1,500 guests, including high-profile international leaders. This event comes as European leaders seek to maintain support for Ukraine amidst ongoing conflict with Russia.