PARIS (AFP) – When some world leaders believe they are waging “just wars,” they often disregard international law. The era when France wielded international law at the UN podium to oppose the American war in Iraq in 2003 has passed. In his national address on Tuesday, Emmanuel Macron underlined that Paris could not approve military operations launched by the United States and Israel in Iran to be conducted outside of international law. However, in line with his “both at the same time” policy, he shifted the responsibility to Iran, citing its dangerous nuclear program, undisclosed ballistic capabilities, support for terrorist groups in neighboring countries, and stated goal of continually seeking to destroy Israel. “History never mourns the executioners of their people. And none will be missed,” he said, announcing defensive support in the war against the mullahs’ regime. The French president’s remarks acknowledge the violation but ultimately decide…
[Context: President Macron’s speech on Paris’ stance towards US and Israel’s military operations in Iran, shifting responsibility to Iran for violations of international law.]
[Fact Check: No information on actual military support provided by France in the war against the mullahs’ regime mentioned in the speech.]
