The event, which included a joint fly-past of fighter jets from two countries representing military collaboration in the Middle East and other regions, followed a series of meetings with French President Emmanuel Macron, a tour of Paris for the first ladies, and a dinner for the four individuals at a restaurant in the Eiffel Tower. Trump tweeted about the enjoyable evening and expressed that the relationship between the US and France is stronger than ever. These ceremonies mark the conclusion of Macron's visit, which was aimed at bolstering France's global reputation and potentially helping a US leader who may be lacking international allies due to his positions on free trade and climate change. Trump, who is also facing an investigation into potential Russian interference in the 2016 US election, hinted on Thursday that he may consider further discussions on the Paris accord, which he withdrew the United States from earlier this year. Macron arrived at the event in a military jeep surrounded by cavalry, echoing a similar display during his inauguration two months prior and emphasizing France's military strength. The event also underscored a recent dispute between Macron and General Pierre de Villers over defense budget cuts. During the parade, both leaders sat together, applauding and gesturing as military aircraft flew overhead. Trump saluted as soldiers, some in World War One uniforms, marched past with the Arc de Triomphe in the background. This year's Bastille Day holds special significance for France as it marks the first anniversary of one of the deadliest Islamist militant attacks in recent years. Following the parade, President Macron will travel to Nice to participate in a ceremony honoring the 86 individuals who lost their lives when a Tunisian man drove a truck into a crowd on the waterfront last year.