Two members of France’s Republican Guard collapsed while performing ceremonial duties during a state reception for Slovak President Peter Pellegrini at the Elysee Palace in Paris.

The incident occurred on Wednesday, as French President Emmanuel Macron hosted Pellegrini, with footage capturing one of the guards losing his balance before falling to the ground alongside his ceremonial sword, Channels Television reported.

Macron and members of his delegation were seen moving towards the fallen officer to check on him, while reports indicated that another guard also collapsed during the ceremony.

A French presidential source confirmed to the AFP news agency that both officers experienced fainting episodes. The source said they received prompt medical attention and were in good condition.

The Republican Guard, a unit of France’s National Gendarmerie, performs ceremonial duties during official state functions, including welcoming visiting presidents and other foreign dignitaries. Its assignments often require personnel to remain motionless for extended periods while wearing elaborate ceremonial uniforms.