France welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump's announcement of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Iran, expressing hope this declaration would mark a decisive step toward a complete cessation of hostilities across the region.

Key French Demands:

1. Immediate Compliance:
   The French Foreign Ministry stressed in its statement: "France calls on all parties to fully adhere to the ceasefire," warning that "a renewed cycle of violence would have catastrophic consequences for regional stability and security."

2. Nuclear Diplomacy:

   • Reiterated France's longstanding position that only diplomatic solutions can sustainably address security challenges posed by Iran's nuclear program

   • Emphasized: "Iran must not acquire nuclear weapons in any form"

3. Negotiation Urgency:
   Called on Tehran to "immediately engage in comprehensive negotiations addressing all concerns regarding its nuclear and ballistic programs, as well as destabilizing regional activities."

Operational Context:

• The ceasefire took effect Tuesday morning following Trump's Monday night announcement of a "complete and comprehensive" truce

• Ends two weeks of cross-border strikes dating back to the 13th of this month

• France pledged continued coordination with international partners to achieve these objectives

Diplomatic Nuances:
✓ "Israel" used instead of "occupation" per Western diplomatic conventions
✓ "Destabilizing activities" implicitly references Iran's regional proxies
✓ "Ballistic programs" specifically addresses missile development concerns

Statement Excerpts:
*"The current calm must be transformed into lasting stability through verifiable diplomatic achievements... France remains committed to working through the P5+1 framework to ensure full implementation of nuclear non-proliferation commitments."*