Ahhh, the International Language of Diplomacy

The French Diplomatic Corps is not exactly covering itself with glory, according to this morning's Telegraph. Apparently, the then-future, now-in-waiting French Ambassador to Israel, letting the Vichy water go to his head, referred to Sharon as 'a lout' and Israel as 'paranoid,' at a cocktail party in Paris. He was overheard by a reporter from Yediot Aharonot, who decided to publish the story. It seems the French are feeling picked on, since this was a "private occasion," much like dinner at Barbara Amiel's.