Notre Dame Cathedral reopens with ceremony attended by world leaders

Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris will reopen on Saturday after a five-year restoration following a devastating fire in 2019. The reopening ceremony will be attended by world leaders, including U.S. First Lady Jill Biden and President-elect Donald Trump, with 1,500 guests expected. The ceremony will take place inside the cathedral due to forecasted strong winds. Archbishop Laurent Ulrich will symbolically reopen the grand wooden doors, followed by a liturgical service and a concert featuring renowned artists like pianist Lang Lang and cellist Yo-Yo Ma. The reopening comes amid political turmoil in France, with President Emmanuel Macron facing a government crisis. The event is seen as a moment of unity and hope, contrasting with ongoing global conflicts and unrest.