President Macron has firmly dismissed President Trump’s assertions, declaring that France will not engage in any operations aimed at resolving the blockage of the Strait of Hormuz. This announcement followed reports published by the Gazeta Express on March 17, 2026, at 4:26 PM. During a statement released on Monday, French President Emmanuel Macron explicitly rejected President Trump’s previous declarations indicating Paris’s willingness to contribute to the effort.
Trump, addressing an event at the White House on the same day, acknowledged a conversation with Macron, awarding him an “8 out of 10” rating for his position concerning the inclusion of allied nations in the Strait of Hormuz unblocking initiative. The American President suggested that Macron would likely support endeavors backed by the United States. Macron’s administration maintained that France remains detached from the ongoing conflict.
Consequently, the French government has affirmed that France will never participate in any operational activities related to this issue. This decision underscores France’s commitment to neutrality and its refusal to be drawn into the complexities of the regional dispute.
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