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I am sure the FCO would not wish to accuse France of being a safe
real haven
evidence exists. A for criminals against whom
to the demarche, may I suggest, will only bring the French support of the European motion, if only to further vindicate their decision.
There is still time to bring things to a reasonable conclusion, and to avoid an inevitable public clash in the middle of the election. I suggest that you talk to the players in the case, remind them of the reception that I arranged for King Hassan (copies enclosed) and get the lawyers into a dialogue, as soon as possible.
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