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Kremlin calls France's nuclear test launch part of 'dead end' anti-Russia strategy

The Kremlin said on Wednesday that France's test launch of a nuclear-capable missile showed Europe's defence identity was being built in confrontation with Russia, calling the strategy a "dead end".

MOSCOW, Oct 7 (Reuters) — The Kremlin said on Wednesday that France's test launch of a nuclear-capable missile showed that Europe's defence identity was being built in terms of confrontation with Russia, describing the strategy as a "dead end". Asked to comment on the launch, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia saw it as a loud and clear message, but that Russia remained open to dialogue. com)