Macron calls Iran’s strikes on UAE “unjustified and unacceptable”, pledges French support for regional allies

RIYADH/PARIS, May 5 (Saudi Arabia Breaking News) – French President Emmanuel Macron on Monday condemned Iran’s strikes on the United Arab Emirates, describing them as “unjustified and unacceptable” and pledging continued French support for the UAE and regional allies.

“As it has done since the start of the conflict, France will continue to support its allies in the Emirates and in the region for the defence of their territory”. – President Emmanuel Macron, post on X.

Macron called for a lasting solution to the ongoing conflict through the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to free maritime traffic, and a robust agreement providing the necessary security guarantees to countries in the region.

The French president specifically cites threats posed by Iran in three areas: nuclear activities, ballistic capabilities, and regional destabilization efforts.

Reporting by Saudi Arabia Breaking News.

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