Emmanuel Macron nu va participa la slujbele oficiate de Papa Leon al XIV-lea în Franța

French President Emmanuel Macron will not attend the papal ceremonies in Paris, delegating representation to Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu and his wife, Brigitte Macron. The Pope's visit will last from Friday to Monday, with efforts made to downplay reported tensions between France and the Vatican regarding the visit's preparations. The Élysée Palace acknowledged Macron's desire for the Pope to meet Notre-Dame reconstruction workers, but scheduling conflicts prevented this. On the final day, the Pope will speak in Metz about European roots for peace and unity, with Macron introducing the speech. Other EU leaders have been invited, but attendance confirmations are pending. Macron and his wife will welcome the Pope upon his arrival in Paris.