US ambassador to France barred from government access after failing to show up for summons
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Key Points:
- France has banned US Ambassador Charles Kushner from direct access to government ministers after he failed to attend a meeting regarding comments by the Trump administration about the killing of far-right activist Quentin Deranque.
- Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot summoned Kushner following a US embassy repost of statements blaming left-wing militants for Deranque's death during clashes at a protest in Lyon.
- Despite the ban on ministerial access, Kushner is still allowed to perform diplomatic duties and engage with French officials to maintain diplomatic relations.
- The French government condemned the politicization of Deranque's killing and rejected lessons on violence from international actors, emphasizing respect for the grieving family.
- Kushner had previously missed a meeting in August related to his letter accusing
