Anne-Claire Legendre is a former French ambassador to Kuwait and former spokeswoman at the Foreign Ministry. Getty Images

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French police raid Arab World Institute in Epstein-linked inquiry into Jack Lang

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Araghchi says he has 'real ideas' for US deal before UN meeting

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From left, German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot chat at the 62nd Munich Security Conference. EPA

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Showcase for Syria's Al Shibani who claimed there was 'no violence' against minorities despite mass killings

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Germany's Merz tells Europe to reshape ties with US

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US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrives in Munich, which will host dozens of leaders and government officials at the security talks. AFP

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