French ship crosses Strait of Hormuz

The vessel, the CMA CGM Kribi, changed its destination to 'Owner France' before entering the strategic waterway, which has been effectively closed to most traffic for weeks.

This development comes as President Macron continues to snub President Trump's calls for a ground offensive, advocating instead for a negotiated reopening of the Strait.

International shipping companies are closely watching the transit as they scramble to get vital cargo through the Persian Gulf.

The move highlights a growing diplomatic rift between the US and its European allies over the conduct of the war.