Macron, Takaichi call for de-escalation in Mideast, vow to cooperate in defense

French President Emmanuel Macron, left, and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi shake hands during a joint press conference at the Akasaka Palace state guest house in Tokyo Wednesday, April 1, 2026. (Franck Robichon/Pool Photo via AP)

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