French President Emmanuel Macron Warns Iran Over Regional Attacks: “Put An Immediate End ...'

French President Emmanuel Macron said he recently spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and urged him to immediately stop attacks linked to Iran in the Middle East.

The conversation comes at a time when tensions across the region continue to rise.

Sharing details of the discussion on social media, Macron warned that continued escalation could push the entire region toward deeper instability and long-term consequences.

Macron Calls for Immediate End to Attacks

Macron said he asked the Iranian president to halt what he described as unacceptable attacks carried out by Iran or its allied groups in the region.

He wrote:

"A few days ago, I spoke with the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian.
I asked him to immediately put an end to the unacceptable attacks that Iran is carrying out, whether directly or through proxy groups, including in Lebanon and Iraq, against countries in the region.

I reminded him that France intervenes within a strictly defensive framework to protect its interests, its regional partners, and freedom of navigation, and that targeting our country is unacceptable."

Macron stressed that France's role in the region is focused on protecting its interests, partners, and international shipping routes.

Warning Over Rising Regional Tensions

The French president also warned that the current escalation could have serious consequences for the entire Middle East.

He said:

"The escalation of unchecked tensions that we are witnessing today is driving the entire region toward chaos that will have heavy consequences, both today and in the years to come. The people of Iran, like all the people of the region, are victims of this situation."
According to Macron, growing instability in the region is affecting not only governments but also ordinary citizens across several countries.

Call for a New Security Framework

Macron emphasized the need for a new political and security framework that could help ensure long-term stability in the region.

He stated:

"Only a new political and security framework can guarantee peace and security for all. Such a framework must ensure that Iran never acquires nuclear weapons and, at the same time, address the threats stemming from its ballistic missile program and its destabilizing regional and international activities."

The French president suggested that diplomacy and international cooperation are necessary to reduce tensions and prevent further conflict.

Concern Over Strait of Hormuz Shipping

Macron also raised concerns about disruptions to maritime trade in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most important oil and shipping routes.

He said:
"Freedom of shipping in the Strait of Hormuz must be restored as quickly as possible."
The waterway plays a crucial role in global energy supplies, and any disruption there can impact international markets and trade.

Appeal for Release of French Citizens

During the conversation, Macron also asked the Iranian president to allow two French citizens to return home safely.

He wrote:

"I also asked the President of Iran to provide, as quickly as possible, the possibility for Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris to return to France under safe conditions. Their suffering has gone on far too long, and their place is with their loved ones."

The two citizens have been held in Iran for a long period, and the French government has repeatedly called for their release.
Diplomatic Efforts Continue

Macron's conversation with the Iranian president reflects growing international diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation in the Middle East.
With tensions involving multiple countries and concerns over nuclear issues, shipping security, and regional stability, global leaders continue to call for dialogue and restraint to avoid a wider conflict.