# France energy security and Middle East military deployment > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/france-energy-security-and-middle-east-military-deployment > Updated: 2026-10-25T16:16:53.000Z. Sources: 59. Developments: 4. To address potential fuel shortages and secure crude oil exports in the Red Sea, French President Emmanuel Macron announced the deployment of military assets, including soldiers, radars, and defense systems, to Saudi Arabia to protect the Yanbu oil terminal from Houthi rebel threats. Macron noted that while supply for diesel, gas, and fuel is guaranteed through the end of the year, the situation remains “grave” due to conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine. Following these security measures, Macron conducted a diplomatic tour of the Persian Gulf to stabilize energy markets and mitigate domestic social unrest. Through agreements with the United Arab Emirates and Bahrain, France secured an additional 200,000 tonnes of diesel per month, split equally with 100,000 tonnes from each nation. Managed by TotalEnergies, these volumes, combined with 95,000 tonnes from Saudi Arabia, bring France’s total monthly diesel commitments to 295,000 tonnes, representing just over 10% of the country’s total consumption. To bypass the Strait of Hormuz, Kuwait has committed to supplying diesel and kerosene to the French overseas territories of Mayotte and Réunion via Oman. During his visit to Qatar, Macron also concluded a gas agreement to bolster long-term energy security. In Doha, Macron and the Emir of Qatar issued a joint statement calling for freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and a ceasefire in Gaza. In Riyadh, Macron met with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss regional stability and maritime security. As part of the ongoing mission to combat rising fuel costs and domestic protests, Macron has continued his tour of Gulf nations, starting in Kuwait. In Qatar, French Ambassador Arnaud Bechu announced that negotiations between QatarEnergy and TotalEnergies have secured 2 terawatt-hours of liquefied natural gas (LNG) per month for France for the current winter season. ## Claims - The United Arab Emirates and Bahrain have agreed to provide an additional 200,000 tonnes of diesel per month to France. (disputed by 22 sources) - The UAE will provide approximately 100,000 tonnes of diesel per month. (disputed by 22 sources) - The secured volumes represent slightly more than 10% of France's diesel consumption. (corroborated by 24 sources) - Bahrain will provide an additional 100,000 tonnes of diesel per month. (corroborated by 22 sources) - France has secured 95,000 tonnes of diesel for October and November from Saudi Arabia. (corroborated by 22 sources) - Total monthly diesel commitments now reach 295,000 tonnes. (corroborated by 22 sources) - Emmanuel Macron made an unannounced visit to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (corroborated by 13 sources) - Macron met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Riyadh. (corroborated by 13 sources) - The goal of securing additional volumes is to have an indirect effect on fuel prices. (corroborated by 12 sources) - Saudi Arabia agreed to supply extra diesel to France for as many months as necessary. (corroborated by 10 sources) - The agreements are intended to strengthen France's long-term energy security. (corroborated by 9 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-25: Emmanuel Macron faces domestic crisis and energy security challenges President Emmanuel Macron faces domestic unrest in France and energy security concerns following major hydrocarbon production disruptions in the Gulf region. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/emmanuel-macron-faces-domestic-crisis-and-energy-security-challenges ### 2026-10-25: President Macron visits Gulf nations to secure energy supplies President Emmanuel Macron is touring Gulf nations to secure energy supplies, including a deal for 2 terawatt-hours of monthly LNG from Qatar to stabilize French fuel prices. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/president-macron-visits-gulf-nations-to-secure-energy-supplies ### 2026-10-20: Macron secures Gulf diesel agreements to stabilize French energy supplies President Emmanuel Macron secured 295,000 tonnes of monthly diesel from Gulf nations, including the UAE, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia, to stabilize French energy supplies and combat rising fuel prices. 49 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/france-secures-200000-tonnes-of-monthly-diesel-from-uae-and-bahrain ### 2026-09-25: Macron deploys military assets to Saudi Arabia as fuel crisis looms President Macron is deploying military assets to Saudi Arabia to protect oil terminals amid fuel concerns, while Senegal's APR praises President Faye for supporting Macky Sall's UN candidacy. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/macron-deploys-military-assets-to-saudi-arabia-as-fuel-crisis-looms --- Cite as: France energy security and Middle East military deployment. 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