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Macron says France 'never considered' Hormuz deployment, backs Iran coordination

May 10, 2026
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Macron says France 'never considered' Hormuz deployment, backs Iran coordination French President Emmanuel Macron has said Paris has “never considered” deploying warships to the Strait of Hormuz, instead supporting a maritime security effort “coordinated with Iran”, according to AFP. Speaking at a press conference in Nairobi, Macron reaffirmed that position amid rising tensions in the strategic waterway.

His remarks came after an Iranian official warned of a “decisive and immediate” response if France and the United Kingdom send warships to the strait, following announcements from Paris and London about potential deployments.

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