"The US president understands 'the link that exists between global warming and terrorism', according to his French counterpart"

"Emmanuel Macron, the French president, thinks he may have convinced his American counterpart, Donald Trump, not to withdraw the US from the Paris Agreement on climate change.

The Republican billionaire had repeatedly pledged to withdraw from the international accord during his election campaign but his administration was split over the issue with an announcement about what he would do repeatedly delayed.

When Mr Trump revealed his decision to withdraw, he suggested the US might stay if he was able to 'negotiate a far better deal'."

Ian Johnston reports for the Independent July 17, 2017. [2]

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"Why Macron Might Be Best Bet To Bring U.S. Back To Paris Climate Deal" (Washington Post) [5]