"An amphibious helicopter carrier has been deployed in the Mediterranean to reinforce the presence of the French armed forces in the context of the Middle East crisis. A similar ship was sent off the shore of Lebanon as a precautionary measure to help with repatriations if needed during the 2024 war between Israel and Lebanese militant group Hezbollah."
"France has three helicopter carriers, which are floating ports equipped with a hospital and room to welcome 1,500 people in case of a civilian evacuation. They can also serve as a base for helicopters or as a means to bring troops to land."
"Its flagship Charles-de-Gaulle aircraft carrier on Friday passed the Strait of Gibraltar on its way to the eastern Mediterranean. The EU nation has already sent a frigate to Cyprus following a drone attack on a British base on the Mediterranean island."
France has deployed an amphibious helicopter carrier to the Mediterranean Sea in response to escalating Middle East tensions. This deployment reinforces French military presence during the regional crisis and follows earlier decisions to send the flagship Charles-de-Gaulle aircraft carrier and a frigate. The helicopter carrier, one of three France operates, functions as a floating port equipped with medical facilities and capacity to evacuate up to 1,500 civilians if necessary. These vessels can serve as helicopter bases or transport troops to land. The deployment mirrors France's 2024 response during Israel-Hezbollah conflict when a similar ship was positioned off Lebanon. Israeli airstrikes have killed over 217 people in Lebanon within days. France previously sent a frigate to Cyprus following a drone attack on a British base.
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