- French President Emmanuel Macron dismissed the prospect of military intervention to forcibly reopen the Strait of Hormuz, despite a challenge from U.S. President Donald Trump for allies to address its closure.
- Macron stated that military action is “unrealistic,” arguing it would be prolonged, risky, and expose vessels to attacks from Revolutionary Guards and ballistic missiles.
- The critical maritime passage, which handles approximately a fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas supplies, has been effectively shut by Tehran following intense regional conflict.
- Macron emphasized that reopening the Strait can only be achieved through consultation with Iran, and he has worked with European and other allies to build a coalition to guarantee free passage once hostilities have stopped.
- Macron also commented on Trump's criticism of NATO allies and threats to withdraw from the alliance, stressing the importance of trust in such partnerships and dismissing Trump's personal remarks as inappropriate.
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