US EditionMacron says France, allies preparing 'defensive' mission to reopen Strait of Hormuz
France leads a defensive mission with allies to escort ships and restore navigation through the Strait of Hormuz after US-Israel-Iran conflict halted about 20% of global oil flow.
- On March 9, President Emmanuel Macron announced that France and its partners are preparing a purely defensive mission to escort container ships and tankers to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
- Following US-Israeli strikes that broadened the conflict, a drone attack on Cyprus in early March triggered deployments including the Charles de Gaulle, prompting security talks.
- The naval package centers on the French flagship aircraft carrier and includes a French frigate participating in Operation Aspides, with Paris pledging two more frigates for long-term reinforcement.
- On March 9, Macron said the EU is ready to enhance operations to protect maritime traffic, emphasizing 'freedom of navigation and maritime security' for international trade and energy flow.
- Later Monday, Macron was set to board the Charles de Gaulle, stationed off Crete, to meet sailors in the carrier strike group and spoke that morning with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
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MACRON: FRANCE PREPARES "PURELY DEFENSIVE" MISSION TO REOPEN STRAIT OF HORMUZ
Emirates 24/7 — French President Emmanuel Macron announced on Monday that Paris and its allies are preparing a "purely defensive" future mission to secure maritime navigation and escort vessels through the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking during a high-stakes visit to Cyprus, Macron emphasized that this initiative would commence following the de-escalation of the most intense phase of the current Middle East conflict, aiming to restore stability to on…
France Prepares Mission To Open Strait of Hormuz as Oil Prices Surge
France has announced preparations for an “international mission” to keep open the Strait of Hormuz, as the war surrounding Iran threatens one of the world’s most important energy routes. The move signals that Paris is considering direct military participation in efforts to secure shipping through the narrow waterway linking the Persian Gulf to global markets. President Macron: We are currently setting up a purely defensive escort mission to to g…
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France, allies preparing bid to 'gradually' reopen Strait of Hormuz
France and its allies are preparing a "defensive" mission to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, President Emmanuel Macron said Monday as the Middle East war entered its second week.
France to lead EU naval mission to protect Strait of Hormuz tankers after ‘hot phase’ of Iran war
"We are establishing a purely defensive and supportive mission … which will allow, once the hottest phase of the conflict is over, escorting container ships and tankers [through Hormuz]," said French president Emmanuel Macron in Cyprus on Monday.
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