Confusion has marred French President Nicolas Sarkozy's farewell to Israel, after a soldier reportedly shot himself during an airport departure ceremony.
Bodyguards rushed Mr Sarkozy and his wife, Carla Bruni, into their plane after the shot was fired.
Israeli leaders were also hurried to safety.
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It remains unclear whether the death was accidental or a suicide.
(BBC)
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