French forces, in cooperation with their hosting countries, assisted in monitoring and detecting drones and missiles launched from Iran towards Israel on Saturday night. A French military source revealed that French forces in the region have been on high alert since tensions escalated the previous week.
France has deployed troops in various locations including Lebanon, Iraq, Kuwait, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates. Additionally, the French Ministry of Armed Forces confirmed a navy presence in the Persian Gulf. The source did not disclose the involvement of other countries in the mission conducted on Saturday night.
Israeli military spokesperson Daniel Hagari acknowledged the support from the United States, United Kingdom, and France during the Iranian strikes on Israel. Hagari emphasized the close collaboration with these countries, stating, 'We are working closely with the US, UK, and France who acted tonight. This partnership has always been close, but tonight it manifested itself in an unusual way.'
