Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris will reopen five years after a devastating fire, with President Emmanuel Macron lauding the restoration as a symbol of French resilience. The event will be attended by global leaders, including US President-elect Donald Trump, as France grapples with political unrest. Despite a complex reconstruction costing €700 million, Macron hopes the reopening will inspire national pride. The service will feature performances and messages from significant figures, although Pope Francis will not attend. Weather challenges have prompted changes to the original event plans.