French President Emmanuel Macron kicked off a three-day state visit to the UK, where he was warmly welcomed by King Charles. The trip includes high-profile engagements, including an address to Parliament—a sign of the close, if occasionally prickly, relationship between the two nations.

Editor’s Note: State visits like this aren’t just about pomp and handshakes—they’re a chance to reinforce alliances and discuss shared challenges (think migration, defense, or post-Brexit ties). With Macron and Charles both navigating tricky political moments at home, this visit could set the tone for Franco-British cooperation in the years ahead.