Diplomatic relations between Paris and Damascus were cut in 2012, so the decision by four French MPs to meet with Bashar al-Assad has caused serious divisions within the French political class - we take a look at reactions. Elsewhere, a press cartoon festival in Normandy has been cancelled over fears of attendees being targeted by assassins. Finally, we look at buzz over Madonna's tumble at the BRIT Awards!

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