What did Macron say is the goal regarding the Strait of Hormuz, and under what conditions?

Macron stated that the goal is 'to achieve a full reopening in the coming days and weeks, in accordance with international law, guaranteeing freedom of navigation without tolls on the Strait of Hormuz.' He emphasized that this would allow things to 'gradually return to normal.'

According to TotalEnergies CEO Patrick Pouyanne, what are the potential consequences if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed for several more months?

Pouyanne warned that if the closure lasts 'two, three months more, we are entering in a world of scarcity of energy,' noting that 'Asian countries have already suffered' from such shortages, and stressed that 'you cannot have 20% of the oil and gas of the planet being stranded and not accessible without major consequences.'

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