Chancellor Friedrich Merz will discuss this proposal with France, the UK, and other allies on Friday, aimed at ensuring safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. The deployment of frigates is ruled out due to their necessity for NATO waters. France and the UK are seeking to form an informal coalition to restore navigation in this strategically vital area. Germany’s involvement is contingent upon the cessation of hostilities between the US, Israel, and Iran, as well as a legally sound mandate, preferably from the United Nations, for parliamentary approval.