Macron: The "De Gaulle" Aircraft Carrier Will Return to Home Port
French President Macron announced on July 3 local time that, in light of positive developments in the regional situation and changes in related demands, France has decided to adjust its military deployment in the Middle East.
Macron stated that France has deployed mine-clearing forces in the Middle East, including two minehunters, supported by two frigates and a maritime patrol aircraft. These forces are prepared to work with partner countries to fully restore navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and ensure maritime traffic safety.
Macron noted that the memorandum of understanding signed between the United States and Iran on June 17 is an important advancement in promoting regional stability, reaffirming the freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. After constructive exchanges with the Sultan of Oman, he decided to adjust France's military deployment in the region accordingly. As part of this adjustment, the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle will return to its home port of Toulon, while France's mine-clearing forces and their escort units will continue to be deployed and remain ready to act jointly with partner countries. (CCTV reporter Zhu Xuesong)
French President Macron announced the adjustment of military deployments in the Middle East on July 3, returning the Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier to Toulon. France has deployed mine countermeasure vessels, supported by frigates and a maritime patrol aircraft, to ensure maritime safety in the region. This decision follows a recent U.S.-Iran memorandum aimed at promoting regional stability.
- French President Macron announced military deployment adjustments in the Middle East.
- The Charles de Gaulle aircraft carrier will return to Toulon.
- France has deployed mine countermeasure forces and support vessels in the region.
- The adjustments follow a memorandum signed between the U.S. and Iran on June 17.
- The French forces are prepared to act with partner nations to ensure maritime safety.