France has announced it will not deploy any naval vessels to the Strait of Hormuz, according to Catherine Vautrin, the country's Minister of Armed Forces and Veteran Affairs. This decision comes amid heightened tensions in the region following calls from Iran’s new supreme leader to keep the strategic waterway closed. Vautrin emphasized that France is not involved in the Middle Eastern conflict and has no plans to send military ships to the area.
The statement was made during an interview with FRANCE 24, where Vautrin clarified France’s position on the ongoing situation. The French government is maintaining a stance of non-participation in the war efforts in the Middle East, highlighting a cautious approach to regional developments around the Strait of Hormuz. This move reflects France’s intent to avoid escalating tensions while monitoring the situation closely.