French President Emmanuel Macron said the Charles de Gaulle carrier will be escorted by frigates and its air wing.

As energy prices soar following the United States and Israel’s war on Iran, the French president said it will help secure maritime routes.

French leader cites strike on UK base in Cyprus as reason for move, blames war on Iran's 'dangerous nuclear program, unprecedented ballistic capabilities' and backing of proxies

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