Iran strongly opposes the deployment of a French aircraft carrier in the Strait of Hormuz. Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi issued a stern warning against naval cooperation with the US strategy. This comes as Iran submits its reply to an American proposal for regional de-escalation. The region faces heightened friction between peace efforts and the threat of expanded naval warfare. Synopsis Iran strongly opposes the deployment of a French aircraft carrier in the Strait of Hormuz. Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi issued a stern warning against naval cooperation with the US strategy. This comes as Iran submits its reply ... [3713 chars]