France, UK push for multinational force in Strait of Hormuz post-Iran conflict

French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer have unveiled discussions for a significant post-conflict initiative in the Gulf. Meeting at the Elysée Palace, both leaders engaged in pressing deliberations regarding the establishment of a multinational force to monitor and secure the Strait of Hormuz—one of the world’s most vital maritime corridors. A video conference with European allies was announced as an immediate next step to solidify plans. The Strait of Hormuz ha