Europe plans post-war Hormuz security mission
European nations, led by France, are planning to create a coalition to support shipping security in the Strait of Hormuz, but the mission would not include the United States. According to the Wall Street Journal, the plan calls for an international defensive mission that excludes what French President Macron termed the "belligerent" parties—the US, Israel, and Iran. European warships would operate independently of American command, and the mission is designed to be implemented only after the current conflict ends. This initiative highlights a significant divergence in European and US approaches to post-war security in the critical waterway.
The Wall Street Journal report adds that the European plan specifically includes mine clearance and military escort of vessels, and confirms the intent to act without American command.
The message adds that Iran was not consulted and would refuse the plan, as it considers the strait its territorial waters.
French President Macron stated the mission would exclude the "belligerent" parties—the US, Israel, and Iran—and that European warships would not be under American command.