France decries Moscow recognition of passports issued by rebels in Ukraine


PARIS (Reuters) - France on Monday denounced Russia's decision to temporarily recognise passports issued by rebels in Ukraine, saying it was not in line with the spirit of the Minsk peace accord.

In a regular media briefing statement, France's foreign ministry said: "France regrets this decision."

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