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French Official: "Not Our War" in West Asia, Backs France's Non-Intervention

Marc Guyon, Councillor for French Citizens Abroad in Hong Kong and Macau, has publicly supported France's decision to refrain from joining the US-led military action in West Asia. He labeled the ongoing conflict a "big mess" that must stop due to its unsustainable global cost. Guyon emphasized that France has no business in the war since the country was not attacked and should focus on its domestic problems instead. His comments align with French President Emmanuel Macron's stated position that a military operation in the Strait of Hormuz is "unrealistic" and that a ceasefire with Iran is necessary.

Key Points: French Official Backs Staying Out of West Asia Conflict

  • France not part of US-led action
  • Conflict termed a "big mess"
  • Call for ceasefire and negotiations
  • Cost of war too high for any country
  • Focus on domestic issues in France
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Not our war: French citizens' representative backs decision to stay away from West Asia conflict

A French citizens' representative calls the West Asia conflict a "big mess," supports France's decision not to join US-led military action.

"It's not our war... nobody attacked France. - Marc Guyon"

Hong Kong/New Delhi, April 3 Councillor for French Citizens Abroad in Hong Kong and Macau, Marc Guyon on Friday termed the ongoing conflict in West Asia a "big mess" and called for an end to the war at the earliest.

Speaking to IANS, Guyon backed France's decision of not being part of the US-led military action, stressing that it is not France's war as nobody attacked the country.

"It's a big mess and it has to stop as soon as possible because we cannot afford the cost of this war, any country in the world, including Asia," he said.

The ongoing conflict in West Asia which began on February 28 following the strikes carried out by Israel and the US on Iran. In response, Iran has launched drone and missile attacks targetting the US and Israeli facilities, regional capitals and allied forces in West Asia.

When asked about his view on France and the United Kingdom's decision to not participate in the US-Israel led military action, he responded, "I don't speak on behalf of the French government, but my own perspective is that it's not our business. We have so many problems to sort out in France and it's not the right time to send some troops and maybe waste some French lives in the Middle East."

"It's not our war. So, we I can understand why Trump does this, it doesn't mean I support it. It doesn't mean I want French money to be used for this war. And, it doesn't mean I want French soldiers to be sent and die there...nobody attacked France. So, I don't think we have something to do there," he added.

On Thursday, French President Emmanuel Macron said that it would be "unrealistic" to conduct military operation to liberate the Strait of Hormuz.

"There are those who advocate for the liberation of the Strait of Hormuz by force through a military operation, a position sometimes expressed by the United States. It is unrealistic because it would take an inordinate amount of time and would expose anyone crossing the strait to coastal threats from the (Iranian) Revolutionary Guards, who possess significant resources, as well as ballistic missiles, (and) a host of other risks," Euro News quoted Macron as saying during his State Visit to South Korea.

"This can only be done in concert with Iran. So, first and foremost, there must be a ceasefire and a resumption of negotiations," he added.

- IANS

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Priyanka N
Macron is right about the Strait of Hormuz. A military solution there is a fantasy. It would just create another endless quagmire. Diplomacy is the only way, even if it's slow.
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Aman W
"It's not our war" - This is a pragmatic view more nations should adopt. The West Asia conflict is complex with deep historical roots. Jumping in with troops rarely solves anything, just look at the past 20 years.
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Sarah B
While I understand the desire to stay out, there's also a moral responsibility when a major power disrupts global trade and stability. Complete non-involvement isn't always the answer. The world is interconnected.
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Vikram M
This affects all of us indirectly through oil prices and regional instability. India has major interests in the Gulf. Hope our diplomacy is working overtime to ensure our energy security and the safety of our diaspora there. 🇮🇳
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Karthik V
Guyon's point about "we cannot afford the cost of this war" hits home. Every rupee spent on foreign wars is a rupee not spent on healthcare, education, or infrastructure at home. Wise words.

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