French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot has stated that attacks on civilian and energy infrastructure are "prohibited by the rules of war and international law" and warned that such actions could trigger significant retaliatory measures from Iran.
According to Operative Information Center-OMM, citing Associated Press via Armenpress, the minister made these remarks ahead of the deadline set by US President Donald Trump regarding potential strikes against Iran.
Speaking to the "France Info" channel on the morning of April 7, Barrot emphasized the risks of further escalation in the region. "In the context of the conflict with Iran, this would undoubtedly lead to a new phase of escalation and retaliatory measures that would drag the region and the global economy into a deeply concerning cycle of instability, which is ultimately detrimental to our own interests. We are already witnessing a sharp increase in fuel prices. If Iran's energy facilities are attacked, we can expect a response from the Iranian regime that will further aggravate an already alarming situation," Jean-Noel Barrot added.
The statements come amid heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, where the security of global energy corridors remains a primary concern for European powers. France and other international actors have frequently called for diplomatic de-escalation to prevent a wider regional conflict that could disrupt oil supplies and impact global markets. The position of the French Foreign Ministry underscores the European Union's broader commitment to upholding international legal frameworks regarding the protection of non-military infrastructure during periods of high-intensity political friction.
