France finance minister says Hormuz must open 'but not at any price'

European powers launch a defensive naval initiative for the Strait of Hormuz, seeking an independent role in a crisis dominated by US and Israeli actions. | Contesto: cronaca

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• France finance minister says Hormuz must open 'but not at any price'

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France and Britain will co-host a video conference on Friday for nations prepared to join a "purely defensive mission" to secure the vital Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime chokepoint for global oil shipments. The announcement, made by French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire, underscores a European commitment to keeping the waterway open, though he cautioned it must not be done "at any price." This diplomatic and military initiative marks a concerted effort by key European Union powers to forge a distinct operational response to escalating tensions in the Persian Gulf, separate from ongoing US-led efforts. The strategic strait, located between Oman and Iran, is arguably the world's most important oil transit corridor, with an estimated one-fifth of the globe's oil supply passing through its narrow confines. Any sustained disruption would trigger immediate shocks in energy markets and the global economy. Recent months have seen a series of incidents, including tanker seizures and attacks, which Western powers have largely blamed on Iran. These events have heightened fears of a broader regional conflict and exposed the vulnerabilities of international commerce to regional instability. Dr. Bamo Nouri, a Senior Lecturer in International Relations at the University of West London, characterized the European move as an attempt "to reinsert itself into a crisis that has been shaped by US and Israeli decision-making in a war of choice." This analysis points to a significant geopolitical subtext: Europe's desire to assert strategic autonomy and diplomatic influence in a theater where American policy, particularly the maximum pressure campaign on Iran and strong support for Israel, has been the primary driver of events. The European mission, by emphasizing its defensive and independent nature, aims to de-escalate tensions while safeguarding its core economic and security interests. The French minister's qualifier—"but not at any price"—signals clear boundaries for European involvement. It implies a mission calibrated to avoid direct confrontation and mission creep, distinct from more aggressive US postures. The success of this venture hinges on attracting a broad...

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