France Initiates Talks with the U.S. Over the Strait of Hormuz

The French president is coordinating diplomatic actions to restore free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz and stabilize the supply of energy resources.

Emmanuel Macron is pushing for diplomatic efforts with Washington and Tehran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Photo EFE

April 27, 2026 Hour: 2:40 pm

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On Monday, French President Emmanuel Macron confirmed the start of diplomatic talks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, after speaking with U.S. President Donald Trump and scheduling communications with Tehran authorities starting Tuesday.

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Macron noted that the route is currently paralyzed and that addressing the blockade at its root is a priority.

“I had the opportunity to discuss with President Trump to convince him that it is important for both sides to be able to reopen this traffic,” he declared upon his arrival in Andorra, where he began a two-day official visit.

In the context of the ceasefire between the United States and Iran, which also extends to Lebanon, Macron stressed the urgency of restoring the passage of gas, oil, fertilizers, and other strategic goods. “We must normalize the conditions so that trade can return to normal,” he stated.

He added that his goal is to convince the parties involved in the coming days. Iran has maintained strict control over the maritime route since February 28, which has driven the price of crude oil above US$100. In response, Washington has imposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports and vessels since April 13.

The United States and Iran have yet to agree to a new round of peace negotiations. The standstill is directly impacting energy prices and the cost of living, particularly affecting the most vulnerable populations.

Iran emphasized its readiness to counter any hostile act by #Israel and the United States, according to Lieutenant Colonel Ebrahim Zolfaqari. The Armed Forces spokesperson warned that any attack would be met with a response that would exceed expectations.

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During a visit to Ariège, the president emphasized the need to reopen the route to curb rising fuel prices.

Meanwhile, to mitigate the crisis, France and Great Britain convened 51 countries for an international summit on the Strait of Hormuz in Paris on April 17. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni attended the meeting, while officials from across Europe, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East participated via videoconference.

On the other hand, the Pentagon estimated that demining operations in the Strait of Hormuz will not begin until the war with Iran ends and could last up to six months.

For his part, Macron reiterated that he will continue his efforts after his visit to Andorra, with the aim of resolving the situation and reactivating commercial shipping.