Paris, France – French President Emmanuel Macron issued a stark warning about the repercussions of the continued closure of the Strait of Hormuz on global energy security. He emphasized that the international community would not stand idly by in the face of threats to vital supply chains.
Macron’s remarks came during a press conference held at the Élysée Palace, where he addressed the current crisis in the strategic waterway and its direct impact on the European and global economies.
The French president affirmed that the strategic objective for his country and its allies in the coming phase is to ensure the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping. Macron further clarified that this move must be carried out “in accordance with international law,” guaranteeing freedom of navigation for commercial vessels without the imposition of any illegal tariffs or restrictions. He emphasized that work is underway to achieve this goal in the “coming days and weeks.”
Macron stressed that any delay in resuming normal traffic through the Strait would inevitably lead to a severe shortage of energy resources and an unprecedented rise in prices. As a result, the global economy could enter a deep recession.
He noted that France is currently coordinating with its regional and international partners to ensure that the region does not descend into a full-blown confrontation. He also emphasized the need to respect international agreements governing navigation in international waterways.
In a historical context, the report highlighted the strategic importance of this waterway. It also recalled the historical precedent of the strait’s closure during World War II, underscoring Paris’s concerns about a repeat of prolonged disruptions that could jeopardize the national security of energy-consuming nations.
Macron’s remarks come at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions in the region. As a result, the issue of “ship security” has become a top priority on the French diplomatic agenda, amidst concerted efforts to find a formula that guarantees the stability of navigation and the uninterrupted flow of oil and gas to global markets.
