French President Emmanuel Macron announced Monday that his nation will refuse to participate in any military actions aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz during ongoing Middle East conflicts.
Speaking at the opening of a cabinet session focused on Middle Eastern tensions, Macron emphasized France’s neutral stance in the regional disputes.
“We are not party to the conflict and therefore France will never take part in operations to open or liberate the Strait of Hormuz in the current context,” Macron stated.
The French leader indicated his government is instead focusing efforts on building an international coalition designed to ensure safe passage through the vital shipping lane once the current hostilities conclude.
Macron’s comments came during discussions with his cabinet about the escalating situation across the Middle East region.
