Transatlantic Talks: Guardians of the Red Sea

French Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu and U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth discussed joint efforts to ensure freedom of navigation in the Red Sea and maintaining the Lebanon ceasefire during a phone call.

French Defence Minister Sebastien Lecornu had a crucial phone conversation with U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. A primary focus was safeguarding freedom of navigation in the strategic Red Sea.

Additionally, the conversation touched on reinforcing the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon, reflecting a commitment to regional stability.

Lecornu shared these details in a post on social media platform X, highlighting the ongoing collaboration between the two nations.