France sends warships to secure Strait of Hormuz oil tanker routes

France will send warships to escort oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to counter Iran's chokehold and rising energy prices. The French naval mission, including frigates and an aircraft carrier, will ensure freedom of navigation. This comes as Iranian attacks and production cuts have driven oil prices to four-year highs. The deployment is a defensive measure to guarantee maritime security and international trade, with France positioning itself as a leading European power in the region.