France will allow temporary deployment of nuclear-armed jets to European allies
17 hours ago
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- France will temporarily deploy nuclear-armed jets to European allies as part of a new strategy to strengthen Europe's independence.
- President Macron announced an increase in France's nuclear warheads, though no specific number was provided.
- France will allow allied countries to participate in deterrence exercises but retains sole decision-making on nuclear weapon use.
- Talks on deterrence cooperation have begun with several European countries including Germany, Poland, and the Netherlands.
- European leaders welcomed the strategy, with Germany and France agreeing to deepen integration in deterrence.
- Macron emphasized that France's nuclear deterrence ensures no state could shield itself from or recover from its use.
- The move comes amid growing European doubts about U.S. commitments to NATO's nuclear umbrella.
- Disarmament campaigners criticized the plan, calling it a provocation and a step toward a nuclear arms race.