Notre Dame Cathedral reopens to the public after five-year restoration

Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris officially reopened on Saturday, marking its first public access since a devastating fire in 2019. The restoration took five years, a significant achievement compared to the nearly two centuries it took to build the cathedral. The reopening ceremony was held indoors due to strong winds, with 1,500 guests, including world leaders, attending. Archbishop Laurent Ulrich symbolically reopened the cathedral's doors, and a concert featuring renowned artists celebrated its restoration. The event comes amid political turmoil in France, with President Emmanuel Macron facing a crisis after his prime minister was ousted. The reopening is seen as a moment of unity and hope, contrasting with ongoing global conflicts.