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In escalation over submarine deal, France recalls envoys from U.S. and Australia

France plunged into an unprecedented diplomatic crisis with the United States and Australia on Friday after it recalled its ambassadors from both countries over a trilateral security deal which sank a French-designed submarine contract with Canberra.

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In escalation over submarine deal, France recalls envoys from U.S. and Australia

U.S. says Kabul drone strike killed 10 civilians, including children, in 'tragic mistake'

Evergrande says six execs redeemed investment products in advance

Japan PM candidates deny toning down views on nuclear, gender issues to attract votes

India antitrust probe finds Google abused Android dominance, report shows

Multimillionaire real estate heir Robert Durst is convicted of murder in L.A.

Over 10,000 mostly Haitian migrants sleeping under Texas bridge, more expected

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COVID-hit Chinese city tells residents to stay home as holiday starts

China enters Taiwan air defence zone a day after military budget boost

Chinese version of TikTok limits use of app by those under 14

Shanghai encourages 'duty-free economy' as part of consumer push

Kin of Philippines 'drug war victims' hope for justice as ICC approves probe

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