French President Emmanuel Macron has called for a truce concerning attacks on civilian infrastructure in the Middle East, particularly targeting energy and water facilities. He made the announcement during a public statement, emphasizing the urgent need to halt strikes on critical civil structures. Macron revealed that he held discussions with U.S. President Donald Trump and the Emir of Qatar following military strikes on gas production sites in both Iran and Qatar. He argues that protecting civilian needs and ensuring energy supply security is essential to avoiding further military escalation.

In his remarks, Macron stressed that civilian populations must remain unaffected by military actions and that protecting essential infrastructure should be a matter of international cooperation. He reiterated this stance on social media, reinforcing the idea that a collaborative effort is necessary to prevent humanitarian crises in the region as a result of ongoing conflicts. This comes in a context where recent military operations by the U.S. and Israel have intensified tensions, prompting calls for greater diplomatic solutions.

Macron’s comments also served as a response to Trump's call for a security alliance to protect the Strait of Hormuz, indicating that France will not participate in any initiative aimed at securing the crucial maritime route. Ahead of a meeting of France's National Security and Defense Council regarding the situation in Iran and the broader Middle East, Macron’s proposals reflect a strategic approach to stabilize the region while navigating complex geopolitical relationships with both the U.S. and Middle Eastern nations.