The event, which included a joint fly-past of fighter jets representing military cooperation in the Middle East and beyond, followed a series of meetings with French President Emmanuel Macron, a tour of Paris for the first ladies, and a dinner at a restaurant in the Eiffel Tower. Trump tweeted about the great evening he had with President Macron and praised the strong relationship between the US and France. These ceremonies mark the conclusion of Macron's visit, which aims to elevate France's global reputation and potentially provide support to a US leader who is facing criticism for his views on free trade and climate change. Trump, who is currently facing an investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 US election, hinted at the possibility of further discussions on the Paris accord, from which he withdrew earlier this year. Macron made a grand entrance at the military parade, emphasizing France's military power and showcasing a united front despite recent tensions with his armed forces chief over budget cuts. The two leaders sat together, applauding and interacting as military aircraft flew overhead and troops marched past in front of the Arc de Triomphe. This year's Bastille Day holds special significance for France because it marks the first anniversary of one of the most deadly 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 in a tragic incident where a Tunisian man drove a truck into a crowd on the waterfront.