Paris: France has dispatched its aircraft carrier, Charles de Gaulle, to the Mediterranean Sea in response to escalating tensions in the region. This strategic military move was announced by President Emmanuel Macron, who also confirmed that Cyprus would receive additional air defense resources to bolster its security. According to Cyprus News Agency, President Macron highlighted the broader implications of the regional crisis, particularly its impact on the energy sector. The blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, coupled with rising tensions in the Suez Canal and the Red Sea, poses significant threats to global maritime transport and energy supply chains. In his address, Macron called for the creation of a robust alliance equipped with the necessary military capabilities to safeguard these crucial maritime routes. Emphasizing the importance of securing maritime transport, he noted its critical role in the global economy. Furthermore, President Macron revealed that the French frigate Languedoc is en route to C yprus. He underscored France's commitment to its alliance with Cyprus, an allied nation with which recent agreements have been signed. France intends to collaborate with European partners, beginning with Greece, to enhance security in the Eastern Mediterranean.