Outgoing US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in Paris to receive France's highest honor, the Legion of Honor, and hold talks on the Middle East. The award is especially meaningful for Blinken, who spent part of his childhood in Paris and has spoken of France's influence on his worldview. The visit marks a turnaround in US-France relations since the start of President Joe Biden's term. Blinken will also meet with Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot to discuss the situation in Syria and work towards a ceasefire and hostage deal in Gaza.