What looked like a logistical inconvenience quickly turned into a symbolic moment when French President Emmanuel Macron was stopped by New York police while trying to return from the U.N., only for the road to be closed for U.S. President Donald Trump’s motorcade. Macron waited, called Trump, and then walked more than thirty minutes with his delegation. Deccan Herald+3Reuters+3Tuko.co.ke – Kenya news.+3
Macron’s remark over the phone— “Guess what? I’m waiting in the street because everything is frozen for you.” — adds to the interpretation that protocol and precedence among world leaders were in play. Observers are questioning whether such moments are purely logistical or carry diplomatic weight. Reuters+2AP News+2
Earlier that day, Macron made a significant speech at the UN recognizing Palestine, a stance that contrasts with the U.S.’s position. The juxtaposition of that foreign policy move and this physical obstruction has fueled discussion over respect, prerogative, and presence in international diplomacy. Tuko.co.ke – Kenya news.+1
