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Iran warns UK and France over Hormuz military mission Iran warned Saturday that those who create crises in the Strait of Hormuz "will be held accountable for the consequences of their adventurism," after the United Kingdom and France announced they stand ready to deploy a multinational military mission to the waterway. Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi issued the warning in a post on X in direct response to a joint statement from British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron. "The Strait of Hormuz is not a military parade ground for extra-regional powers," Gharibabadi wrote, adding, "Iran, as the responsible power and guarantor of the strait's security, warns against any military move in this sensitive waterway." "The security of Hormuz lies with the coastal states," he added. "Crisis-makers will be held accountable for the consequences of their adventurism. This is a serious warning," the Iranian official wrote. Starmer and Macron described the strait in theirjoint statementas "a vital artery for the global economy" and said restoring safe transit for ships of all nations through Hormuz "is a matter of global concern." The two gove…

France, Britain push Hormuz mission as truce nears, but Iran's stance ... Audio By Carbonatix By John Irish and Parisa Hafezi EVIAN-LES-BAINS, France, June 15 (Reuters) – France and Britain are pushing plans for a multinational naval mission to safeguard shipping through the Strait of Hormuz if a U.S.-Iran ceasefire materialises, although it is doubtful whether Tehran would be prepared to accept any such operation. Diplomats say Iran has signalled strong opposition to any foreign military presence in the waterway and could seek to impose transit fees on shipping — a red line for European powers — making its stance decisive for any deployment. “Iran is hostile to any foreign military presence but open to dialogue,” a European official said, adding that Tehran was likely to advance its own proposals. A senior Iranian official was more blunt. “Any presence of foreign countries, whether to safeguard shipping or clear mines, is unacceptable … This is a trick to bring naval forces to the strait, and it will not be accepted,” the official said. A second Iranian security official said Tehran had “zero trust in foreign countries” and insisted control of the strait rests with Iran an…

After agreement in the Iran war Europeans want to secure the Strait of Hormus Germany, France, Great Britain and Italy want to secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz – with an independent mission. At the same time, the four states promise to relax sanctions.

Iran Warns UK and France Against Military Presence in Strait of Hormuz Iran Warns UK and France Against Military Presence in Strait of Hormuz 04 July 2026 10:39 AM Foreign Policy WANA News WANA (Jul 04) – Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi, has strongly criticized a joint declaration issued by France and the United Kingdom regarding the Strait of Hormuz, warning extra-regional powers against using the strategic waterway for military displays. Reacting to the joint statement on the social media platform X, Gharibabadi stated: “The Strait of Hormuz is not a military display ground for extra-regional powers.” The Iranian official emphasized Tehran’s role in regional maritime security, writing: “As a responsible power and the guarantor of the strait’s security, Iran warns against any military movement in this sensitive waterway. The security of the Strait of Hormuz belongs to the coastal states; crisis-makers will be responsible for the consequences of their adventurism; this warning is serious.” The reaction follows a joint declaration by the President of the French Republic and the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom dated July 4, …

France, Britain and Other Countries Say They’ll Send Ships to the Strait of Hormuz The German minesweeper Fulda may be deployed to the Strait of Hormuz.

UK, France Push Hormuz Mission As Iran Truce Nears - stl.news SHARE EVIAN-LES-BAINS, France, June 15 ( STL.News ) – France and Britain are advancing plans for a multinational naval mission to secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The initiative aims to safeguard vital energy routes if a U.S.-Iran ceasefire is finalized, although experts remain skeptical about whether Iran will permit such an operation in the waterway. Contents Readiness of the European Mission Strategic Goals of Paris and London Deployment and Future Challenges Diplomatic sources indicate that Iran has voiced strong resistance to any foreign military presence in the region. Furthermore, Tehran has previously suggested imposing transit fees on commercial shipping, a move that European powers consider a red line, making Iran’s ultimate position the deciding factor for any potential deployment. “Iran is hostile to any foreign military presence but open to dialogue,” a European official stated. While European nations prepare, Iranian officials have remained firm in their rejection of the plan. A senior official in Tehran dismissed the proposal as a tactical maneuver to position foreign naval forces near the st…

Strait of Hormuz: German military prepares for possible deployment Following the tentative deal with the US, Iran is planning to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The German Bundeswehr is planning to assist with the mine-clearing.

France and Britain are pushing plans for a multinational naval mission ​to safeguard shipping through the Strait of Hormuz if a US-Iran ceasefire materialises, although it is doubtful whether Tehranwould be prepared to accept any such ‌operation. www.reuters.com/world/middle...

France, Britain push Hormuz mission as truce nears, but Iran’s stance key <p>By John Irish and Parisa Hafezi</p><p>EVIAN-LES-BAINS, France, June 15 (Reuters) - France and Britain are pushing plans for a multinational naval mission to safeguard shipping through the Strait of Hormuz if a U.S.-Iran ceasefire materialises, although it is doubtful whether Tehran would be prepared to accept any such operation.</p><p>Diplomats say Iran has signalled strong opposition to any foreign military presence in the waterway and could seek to impose transit fees on shipping — a red line for European powers — making its stance decisive for any deployment.</p>

Despite agreement, G7 looks to decrease Strait of Hormuz reliance A main topic of discussion among European leaders at the G7 summit has to do with decreasing the global reliance on the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s success in shuttering the critical waterway has sparked fears that Tehran could use it as an ongoing bargaining chip if a ceasefire and peace deal falls apart. European leaders have pledged military assets to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

EU countries see Hormuz Strait fees as inevitable According to the media outlet, Europe has not yet formalized its position as the United States continues to press for free passage through the strait, while European countries are "also pushing for an international maritime coalition to help with clearing mines in Hormuz"

France, Britain push Hormuz mission as truce nears, but Iran's stance key France, Britain push Hormuz mission as truce nears, but Iran’s stance key By John Irish and Parisa Hafezi Jun 15, 2026 Add AL-MONITOR on Google A drone view shows vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, June 15, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer — Stringer By John Irish and Parisa Hafezi EVIAN-LES-BAINS, France, June 15 (Reuters) - France and Britain are pushing plans for a multinational naval mission to safeguard shipping through the Strait of Hormuz if a U.S.-Iran ceasefire materialises, although it is doubtful whether Tehran would be prepared to accept any such operation. Diplomats say Iran has signalled strong opposition to any foreign military presence in the waterway and could seek to impose transit fees on shipping — a red line for European powers — making its stance decisive for any deployment. "Iran is hostile to any foreign military presence but open to dialogue," a European official said, adding that Tehran was likely to advance its own proposals. A senior Iranian official was more blunt. "Any presence of foreign countries, whether to safeguard shipping or clear mines, is unacceptable ……

France, Britain push Hormuz mission as truce nears, but Iran's stance key France, Britain push Hormuz mission as truce nears, but Iran’s stance key Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox A drone view shows vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, as seen from Musandam, Oman, June 15, 2026. REUTERS/Stringer Published Jun 15, 2026, 08:49 PM Updated Jun 15, 2026, 08:49 PM Listen EVIAN-LES-BAINS, France, June 15 - France and Britain are pushing plans for a multinational naval mission to safeguard shipping through the Strait of Hormuz if a U.S.-Iran ceasefire materialises, although it is doubtful whether Tehran would be prepared to accept any such operation. Diplomats say Iran has signalled strong opposition to any foreign military presence in the waterway and could seek to impose transit fees on shipping — a red line for European powers — making its stance decisive for any deployment. "Iran is hostile to any foreign military presence but open to dialogue," a European official said, adding that Tehran was likely to advance its own proposals. A senior Iranian official was more blunt. "Any presence of foreign countries, whether to safeguard shipping or clear mines, is unaccept…

How can France-UK mission help reopen Strait of Hormuz? <p>A military mission set up by France and Britain to help re-open the Strait of Hormuz is ready to deploy, following the announcement of a US-Iran deal to end the Middle East war.</p><p>Here's an overview of the coalition's resources and the role it can play in helping secure shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.</p><p>- Who has committed? -</p><p>France and Britain have been working since March to assemble a coalition to help restore traffic through a channel that carries around 20 percent of the world's oil.</p>

Iran’s Strait of Hormuz warning casts doubt on UK-France defensive mission https://www.europesays.com/uk/1058461/ The country’s deputy foreign minister, Kazem Gharibabadi, said this was in line with the interim ceasefire deal signed…#uk #news #uknews

How can France-UK mission help reopen Strait of Hormuz? A military mission set up by France and Britain to help re-open the Strait of Hormuz is ready to deploy, following the announcement of a US-Iran deal to end the Middle East war.

UK and France back efforts to secure Strait of Hormuz <article data-history-node-id="443579" about="https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/uk-and-france-back-efforts-secure-strait-hormuz" class="live-blog-update default clearfix"> <h2> <a href="https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/uk-and-france-back-efforts-secure-strait-hormuz" rel="bookmark"> <span class="field field-title">UK and France back efforts to secure Strait of Hormuz</span> </a> </h2> <div class="content"> <div class="field field-field-text"><p>British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron have stressed the importance of restoring safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, describing the waterway as “a vital artery for the global economy”.</p> <p>In a joint statement, the two leaders said that “restoring safe transit for ships of all nations through the Strait is a matter of global concern”.</p> <p>They added that Oman had agreed to work with the United Kingdom and France to help ensure its territorial waters remain safe for navigation.</p> <p>“The UK and France also stand ready to deploy the wi…

UK and France finalize plans for mine-clearing mission in Strait of Hormuz UK and France finalize plans for mine-clearing mission in Strait of Hormuz A 40-nation coalition is preparing to sweep one of the world's most critical oil chokepoints, with major implications for energy prices and risk assets including crypto. Share Add us on Google by Editorial Team Jun. 5, 2026 The UK and France have locked in operational plans for a multinational mine-clearing mission in the Strait of Hormuz, the narrow waterway where roughly 120 vessels pass through daily carrying a significant chunk of the world’s oil supply. The operation, finalized on June 4, 2026, follows a potential agreement between the US and Iran and aims to restore commercial shipping through waters allegedly seeded with mines by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The logistics of sweeping a war zone Preparations for this mission have been anything but last-minute. The UK’s RFA Lyme Bay, already stationed off Gibraltar, was loaded with autonomous mine-hunting drones and ammunition in late May 2026. The coalition itself is substantial. Up to 40 partner nations have been coordinated under a UK-France-led framework, a leve…