Rome, 13 June (LaPresse) – ‘France has repeatedly condemned Iran's ongoing nuclear programme and has taken all appropriate diplomatic measures in response. In this context, it reaffirms Israel's right to defend itself and ensure its security.’ French President Emmanuel Macron wrote this on X. ‘To avoid jeopardising the stability of the entire region, I call on all parties to show maximum restraint and to de-escalate tensions,’ he added.