French President Emmanuel Macron has said that around 15 countries are coordinating efforts to help restore safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz following the ceasefire between the United States and Iran.
Speaking during a defence meeting in Paris, Macron stated that the participating countries are working under France’s leadership to implement a strictly defensive mission aimed at ensuring the resumption of maritime traffic in the strategically vital waterway. The Strait of Hormuz is a key global energy route through which a significant portion of the world’s oil supply passes.
He noted that the initiative is being carried out in coordination with Iran to facilitate stability in the region and allow commercial shipping to resume normal operations. Macron emphasized that the objective is to support peace and maintain open sea lanes without escalating tensions.
The French president welcomed the ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, describing it as a positive step toward de-escalation. However, he also expressed concern over the situation in Lebanon, stating that stability there remains fragile and should be included in broader peace efforts.
Macron highlighted France’s continued diplomatic engagement in the region and reiterated the importance of international cooperation to prevent further disruption to global trade and energy supplies.
Earlier, A dramatic shift from war to diplomacy has unfolded between the United States, Iran, and Pakistan, as tensions that were once at the brink of escalation have now moved toward negotiations. At 3:32 AM between Tuesday and Wednesday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a conditional two-week ceasefire through his social media platform, Truth Social. The ceasefire, however, comes with a clear condition: Iran must immediately, fully, and safely reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil route.
