French defense minister to visit Israel

Originally published April 1, 2000

The French defense ministry said on Friday that its foreign minister Allen Richard will visit Israel on April 12 through 14. Al-Sharq Radio correspondent in Paris said that Richard's talks with the Israeli prime minister Ehud Barak will deal with the Middle east peace process and opportunities for its success.

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