Thursday, 30th October 2025

Adria Region Leaders Attend Notre Dame Reopening

Dignitaries from the Adria region gather in Paris to celebrate Notre Dame's restoration

The iconic Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris has reopened its doors after an extensive restoration, following the devastating fire five years ago that left the world in shock. The ceremony featured the projection of the word “Merci” (“Thank you”) on the cathedral’s facade, symbolising gratitude for the collective efforts to save and restore the historic landmark. Paris Archbishop Laurent Ulrich marked the occasion by striking the cathedral’s doors three times, a gesture signifying its official reopening.

French President Emmanuel Macron praised the determination and dedication behind the restoration, stating, “France has accomplished the extraordinary.”

Among the dignitaries attending were U.S. President Donald Trump, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, and several leaders from the Western Balkans, including Slovenian Prime Minister Robert Golob, Croatian President Zoran Milanović, Serbian Prime Minister Miloš Vučević, Bosnian Presidency member Željko Komšić, North Macedonian President Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova, Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama, and Kosovo* President Vjosa Osmani.

The five-year restoration project brought together thousands of specialists, including stonemasons, carpenters, and artisans, who used traditional methods to rebuild the damaged sections. Notre Dame now stands resplendent with newly crafted spires, silver-lined vaults, and gleaming white stone adorned with gold accents, symbolising both the resilience of its architecture and the dedication of those who brought it back to life.

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