Reference News, March 6 report. According to AFP, on the evening of March 5, French President Macron said on Instagram that "we are not involved in the fighting," France will not "fight" in the Middle East, nor will it "intervene" there.
He responded to a young netizen concerned about the impact of a potential US-Israeli attack on Iran, saying: "I very much understand and have heard your concerns, but I want to be very clear."
The report stated that Macron said, "France is not taking sides in this war. We are not involved in the fighting, and we will not intervene in this war."
He added, "France is not fighting in the region. It is protecting the French people and its allies, and it stands with Lebanon."
He explained that France has increased its military presence in the Middle East, with the aim of protecting its citizens, protecting allies affected by Iranian retaliation, and helping them "intercept drones and missiles."
He continued, "We are mobilizing in a completely peaceful way to work to ensure the safety of maritime traffic."
The report mentioned that Macron announced on March 3 that he is seeking to establish an alliance to safeguard the sea lanes in the region that are "crucial to the global economy."
He added, "We will strive to be as rational and peaceful as possible, because it is the responsibility of France." (Translated by Liu Zhuo)
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