Archive · 24 Sep 2025
Macron and Erdogan Detained by Trump's Motorcade
During the UN meetings in New York, President Macron and President Erdoğan experienced traffic delays.
Macron's car was stopped by police because of President Trump's motorcade, prompting Macron to call Trump.
Macron walked in Manhattan after being blocked.
Erdoğan's delegation was also stopped.
The incidents highlight existing political disagreements, including France's recognition of Palestinian statehood, which Trump criticized.
Macron and Erdogan were delayed by Trump's motorcade.
Macron phoned Trump after being stopped by police.
Macron walked through Manhattan after the incident.
Erdoğan's delegation was similarly halted.
The delays occurred during the UN General Assembly.
- Who
- Emmanuel Macron, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Donald Trump
- What
- Macron and Erdoğan were briefly delayed by Trump's motorcade in NYC.
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- New York City, Manhattan
- Why
- World leaders were attending the UN General Assembly.
Macron's View
Trump's View
Palestinian Statehood
Macron's View
Recognized Palestinian statehood.
Trump's View
Criticized the recognition of Palestinian statehood.
- Event
- UN General Assembly
- Location
- New York City
- Key Figures
- Emmanuel Macron, Donald Trump, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan
Sources
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