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Macron Urges De-Escalation in Strait of Hormuz Conflict

4/21/2026

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French President Emmanuel Macron urged de-escalation in the Strait of Hormuz and called the blockade a 'mistake on both sides.'
The remarks came during a press conference in Poland and referenced the United States' blockade in response to Iran's actions.
Macron said France was not specifically targeted as Iran fired at several ships, including a CMA CGM container vessel that reported 'warning shots' and that the crew remained safe.

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French President Emmanuel Macron urged de-escalation in the Strait of Hormuz and called the blockade a 'mistake on both sides.'
The remarks came during a press conference in Poland and referenced the United States' blockade in response to Iran's actions.
Macron said France was not specifically targeted as Iran fired at several ships, including a CMA CGM container vessel that reported 'warning shots' and that the crew remained safe.