G7, Iran, social media: key takeaways from Emmanuel Macron's interview on TF1

On the sidelines of the G7 summit held in Évian-les-Bains, Emmanuel Macron He gave an interview to TF1's 13 p.m. news program on Monday, June 15. The head of state discussed the announced peace agreement between the United States and Iran, the economic consequences of the conflict in the Middle East, and also several domestic policy issues.

Regarding the agreement reached between Washington and Tehran, Emmanuel Macron welcomed it as "a good thing" and called for its swift implementation. France stated its readiness to participate in securing the Strait of Hormuz, which is expected to reopen in the coming days. The president indicated that frigates, aircraft, mine-clearing teams, and the aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle could be mobilized as part of an international mission conducted with several European partners.

The president also pledged to ensure that the drop in oil prices, already underway since the announcement of the agreement, is reflected in pump prices in the coming weeks. Emmanuel Macron also opposed any toll imposed in the Strait of Hormuz, arguing that such a measure would drive up energy prices worldwide.

Domestically, the president expressed his support for the implementation of the [new measures] as early as September.ban on social media for minors under 15 years oldsubject to the final adoption of the text by Parliament before July 15. He considered that these platforms could harm children's development and encourage harassment.

When questioned about the Lyhanna case, Emmanuel Macron said he was "devastated" and announced that a report on the failings that led to the tragedy would be submitted to the government in the coming days. Finally, the President reaffirmed his commitment to defending the French tax on digital giants in the face of threats from Donald Trump on tariffs, while calling for a "respectful but firm" dialogue with the United States.