Iran: Macron tries his luck for the resumption of negotiations

On April 14, 2026, Emmanuel Macron announced on X that he had discussed with Donald Trump and Massoud Pezeshkian to revive diplomatic dialogue between France, the United States, and Iran, amid a war ongoing since February 28. He emphasized the need to resume negotiations and respect the ceasefire, including Lebanon. France, in coordination with the United Kingdom, is planning an international meeting to prepare a multilateral mission aimed at ensuring freedom of trade in the Strait of Hormuz.