French President Macron said France and the UK will organise a conference in coming days aimed at restoring freedom of navigation in Hormuz

Macron's announcement of a forthcoming conference with the UK to address navigation security in Hormuz signals heightened diplomatic efforts amidst regional tensions.

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Macron said any Hormuz naval mission would be strictly defensive and stressed that every effort must be made to reach a lasting, solid diplomatic end to the Middle East conflict.
He also reiterated the importance of finding a way to restore peace in Lebanon.

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The emphasis on a strictly defensive naval mission may ease immediate market concerns over escalation, yet it highlights ongoing vulnerabilities in Middle East stability that could affect oil prices and risk sentiment. The reiteration of peace in Lebanon also reflects broader regional challenges that markets will continue to monitor closely.

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