French President Emmanuel Macron faced an unusual pause in New York on Monday when his route was blocked by security restrictions surrounding US President Donald Trump ’s motorcade.

The incident took place shortly after Macron delivered his speech at the United Nations General Assembly, where he formally announced France’s recognition of the State of Palestine. As he exited the UN headquarters, New York police held him back, citing the imminent passage of the presidential convoy.

In a video widely circulated on social media by Brut, a police officer is seen telling Macron: “I’m sorry, Mr President, everything is blocked right now.” Macron, visibly amused, phoned Trump during the wait, joking: “Guess what, I’m waiting in the street because everything is blocked for you.”

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