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Germany and France Discuss European Nuclear Deterrence

Published February 16, 2026, 17:14
Germany and France Discuss European Nuclear Deterrence

Germany and France have initiated talks regarding the creation of a European nuclear deterrent, an initiative currently in its early stages. The purpose of these discussions is to strengthen cooperation in the field of nuclear deterrence, but not to replace the American protective shield. The German government assures that the United States will continue to play a central role in NATO's nuclear deterrence in the future. This initiative aims to complement and enhance the existing deterrence, not to diminish the importance of the US. The discussions are at a preliminary stage and have not yet reached any concrete conclusions.