Emmanuel Macron
I spoke with the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia, the Sultan of Oman, the President of the United Arab Emirates, and the Emir of Qatar to express our solidarity. To the President of Iran, I reiterated our firm request: the immediate release of our fellow citizens, Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris. Following last night’s strikes, I called for de-escalation and for Iran to exercise the utmost restraint in this dangerous context, to allow a return to diplomacy. Engaging in dialogue and securing a clear commitment from Iran to renounce nuclear weapons are essential to avoid the worst for the entire region. There is no alternative: this is the only path to peace and security for all.