VIDEO: Macron blocked by New York police due to the passage of Trump convoy

In the heart of bustling New York City, what began as an ordinary scene of presidential motorcades turned into a lighthearted diplomatic moment that quickly went viral on social media.

French President Emmanuel Macron found himself stuck in the street after his motorcade was halted to make way for the convoy of his U.S. counterpart, Donald Trump—an unusual incident that blended seriousness with humor.

New York Traffic Turns Into a Diplomatic Scene

On Monday evening in Manhattan, an unexpected moment unfolded when Trump’s motorcade delayed Macron’s, sparking a video clip that spread rapidly online.

The incident occurred just after Macron delivered a speech at the 80th United Nations General Assembly, in which he announced France’s official recognition of the State of Palestine.

As Macron headed toward the French Embassy, police stopped his motorcade to secure Trump’s passage, forcing him to wait in the middle of New York’s crowded streets.

Police Officer Apologizes, Macron Laughs

In footage shared by French media, a police officer was heard telling Macron: “I’m sorry, Mr. President, everything is closed right now.”

The French president appeared amused, stepping out of his car with a smile that mixed humor and surprise. A crowd of bystanders gathered to take selfies with him, and Macron happily obliged.

In a playful twist, Macron phoned Trump directly, joking: “Imagine this—I’m stuck in the street because everything’s closed for you.” The remark, caught on camera, quickly gained traction online.

Even Presidents Can’t Escape New York Traffic

The episode highlighted the complexity of security and logistics involved in hosting dozens of world leaders in New York, where overlapping motorcades and strict restrictions often make even presidents victims of the city’s notorious traffic jams.

Earlier that day, Macron announced France’s official recognition of the State of Palestine, declaring that “the time for peace has come.”

Speaking at the opening of a high-level international conference on implementing the two-state solution, he emphasized that the moment had arrived for Palestinians and Israelis to live “side by side in peace and security.”