French President Emmanuel Macron was forced to wait on the street while New York City police officers cleared the way for former U.S. President Donald Trump’s motorcade, a moment captured in viral footage. The incident occurred during Macron’s visit to New York for the 80th session of the UN General Assembly.
In the video, Macron appears to call Trump, stating, “Guess what, I’m waiting in the street because everything is frozen for you.” He was later seen walking with his bodyguards as Trump’s convoy passed. The situation has sparked widespread criticism, with some observers highlighting the perceived imbalance of power between world leaders.
Macron’s approval rating in France has plummeted to 17%, the lowest since he took office in 2017, amid growing domestic discontent. At the UN, he announced France’s formal recognition of Palestinian statehood, declaring, “The time for peace has come” and condemning the ongoing conflict in Gaza.
Trump is set to address the UN General Assembly, while other global leaders, including Jordan and Qatar, are also scheduled to speak. Meanwhile, several nations, including Belgium, Luxembourg, and San Marino, have joined a growing list of countries acknowledging Palestinian statehood.