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France withdraws ambassador to Italy

French ambassador Christian Masset, outside the French Embassy in Rome
French ambassador Christian Masset, outside the French Embassy in Rome Source: AAP

In a surprise diplomatic move, France has recalled its ambassador to Italy. It will be the first time France has not had an Italian ambassador, since World War II.


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By Antoinette Radford

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In a surprise diplomatic move, France has recalled its ambassador to Italy. It will be the first time France has not had an Italian ambassador, since World War II.


French President Emmanuel Macron says France is upset over what it calls 'unfounded attacks and outlandish claims' by Italian political leaders on French policies.


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