French President Emmanuel Macron found himself in an unexpected situation when U.S. police temporarily detained him in New York City. This occurred shortly after his address at the United Nations headquarters, where he announced France's recognition of the State of Palestine. The delay was caused by President Donald Trump's motorcade passing through the city, a common occurrence that often disrupts traffic. In an attempt to resolve the situation, Macron reportedly called Trump, joking, "Guess what, I'm waiting in the street because everything is blocked for you." For New Yorkers, it was an unusual sight to witness the French President walking the streets without the typical heavy security detail.