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Macron opened the discussion by acknowledging the shared history between the U.S. and France, tracing it back to the Revolutionary War. He expressed gratitude for Trump’s participation in the Notre Dame Cathedral’s reopening ceremony, which served as a symbol of resilience and collaboration between the two nations. The President emphasized that the strong partnership has consistently favored advancing peace and sovereignty, aligning interests especially during pivotal times such as the World Wars.