France has decided to send an envoy to Russian President Vladimir Putin's inauguration, despite the decision by Berlin to boycott the event. This move by France comes amidst strained relations between Russia and Western countries over various geopolitical issues.
The decision by France to send an envoy to Putin's inauguration highlights the complex diplomatic dynamics at play in the international arena. While some countries choose to boycott such events as a form of protest or to express disapproval of certain actions, others opt to maintain diplomatic channels open in order to engage in dialogue and negotiation.