France's Le Monde: Iran did not launch further attacks on French interests, but continued to attack US military bases
On Sunday, March 1, news of an Iranian drone attack on the French naval base in Abu Dhabi spread, and immediately French Minister of Armed Forces Vautrin issued a statement confirming that two Iranian drones destroyed a warehouse at the Salam Naval Base in Abu Dhabi, causing "two containers with various equipment to catch fire," but no casualties were reported. This was a key point reported by France's Le Monde today.
The newspaper said: President Macron also reiterated this statement at a meeting of the Defense Council. According to information obtained by Le Monde, the French naval base located in the UAE was attacked by three drones, which temporarily threatened the ability of French warships to dock in the port.
The fire indeed destroyed key components needed for maintenance and repair of French navy vessels. Le Monde said that these equipment were worth millions of euros, and in fact, two hangars in the technical area and storage area were hit. Ammunition or weapons stored in the security facilities within the base were not damaged by the drones or explosions.
This permanent French military facility located in the UAE is called "Peace Camp." Currently, nearly 900 soldiers from different branches of the army, navy, and air force are stationed in the camp, commanded by Rear Admiral Hughes Lene, Commander of the French forces in the Indian Ocean and驻阿联酋部队司令. It represents a crucial strategic foothold for Paris in the Middle East.
The naval part of the Salam Joint Base located in the Peace Camp can accommodate frigates, amphibious assault ships, command ships, and even aircraft carriers during port calls, and is equipped with logistics, refueling, and light maintenance facilities.
Le Monde said that on Sunday, Iran indeed attacked a technical facility located just a few meters away from the French military command post. So far, Iran has not launched another such attack on French interests.
At the same time, Iranian drones and missiles continue to attack US military bases in this region, especially in Bahrain.
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