French President Emmanuel Macron said the war involving Iran and the United States could not yet be regarded as completely over, despite the agreement reached by Washington and Tehran.
Macron welcomed the diplomatic breakthrough but argued that the situation remained fragile. The signing of an agreement may have reduced the immediate risk of further escalation, yet several military and political questions remain unsettled.
The French president placed particular emphasis on the Strait of Hormuz, whose reopening is central to restoring regional trade and energy flows. France has indicated that it is prepared to contribute to efforts aimed at securing navigation through the strategic waterway.
Macron's caution also reflects uncertainty over whether all parties connected to the wider conflict will respect the new framework. Developments involving Israel, Lebanon and armed groups in the region could still affect the stability of the arrangement.
The agreement between the United States and Iran is intended to create space for de-escalation and further negotiations. Its durability will depend on the implementation of immediate commitments and on the ability of the parties to avoid renewed military action.
For Paris, the next phase requires both diplomatic restraint and practical security measures. Macron's message was that the accord represents an important opening, but not yet a definitive conclusion to the war.