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That's why President Macron last night ordered the recall for consultations of the two ambassadors: to show that from France's perspective this is a very big deal indeed, and that it raises questions over the essence of its relationship with America, Australia and, indeed, the UK - though it's noticeable that France is not recalling its ambassador to London.