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France deploys demining assets to the Strait of Hormuz
France has deployed demining assets to the Strait of Hormuz, as announced by President Emmanuel Macron, to ensure the safety of navigation. Macron also stated the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle would return to port following discussions with Oman's sultan, while mine countermeasures assets remain deployed.
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