Macron's 'Versailles diplomacy' yields mixed results after a decade in power (opens in new tab)

French President Emmanuel Macron courted his US counterpart Donald Trump at the G7 on Wednesday by opening the gilded gates of Versailles, a move that underscored his trademark blend of symbolism and diplomacy. While allies hailed the summit's success, analysts said Macron still faces the challenge of turning grand gestures into lasting influence.