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7 May 2026, 14:47

Jean-Noël Barrot, the French Foreign Minister, announced that no sanctions against Tehran will be lifted as long as the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked by the forces of the Islamic Republic.

In an interview with the "RTL" network, he stated: "We have imposed significant sanctions on Iran ourselves. However, as long as the Strait of Hormuz is blocked, the lifting of any sanctions is inconceivable." Barrot added: "This strait cannot be closed, subjected to tariffs, or used as a tool for pressure and extortion."

He also emphasized that France should not find itself in a position where it has to bear the costs of wars it did not initiate. According to him, Europe must reduce its dependence on oil, hydrocarbons, and digital technologies to become less involved in crises and conflicts in which it is not directly a party.
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