Trump blasts France over denied airspace for in anti-Iran operation

US President Donald Trump has lashed out at France for refusing to allow aircraft to fly over its territory. 

“The Country of France wouldn’t let planes headed to Israel, loaded up with military supplies, fly over French territory. France has been VERY UNHELPFUL with respect to the “Butcher of Iran,” who has been successfully eliminated! The U.S.A. will REMEMBER!!!” Trump wrote on Truth Social, per Caliber.Az.

On February 28, U.S. and Israeli forces conducted strikes on Iran, prompting Iranian retaliation with missiles and drones. This escalated into a broader regional conflict involving the Strait of Hormuz and threats to Gulf partners. President Trump has pushed for allied support, including logistics for resupply and defence operations tied to Israel and regional partners.

French President Emmanuel Macron publicly stated that the U.S.-Israel military operations in Iran were conducted "outside international law" and that France could not approve them. France has emphasised a defensive posture rather than direct involvement in offensive actions against Iran.

By Khagan Isayev