France is unleashing a powerful naval force, including its formidable aircraft carrier strike group, into the Mediterranean, Red Sea, and potentially the Strait of Hormuz. This significant deployment is all about providing defensive support to allies threatened by the escalating conflict in the Middle East, and it’s important to note it’s not to back either the United States or Iran directly.
Emmanuel Macron confirmed that France is deploying eight warships, its aircraft carrier group, and two helicopter carriers to the region, but clarified that their mission is strictly defensive.
