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With an aggressive Russia as the justification, Denmark is entering into cooperation with France on nuclear deterrence. But there will be no question of placing nuclear weapons on Danish soil, Mette Frederiksen insists.
As one of its last acts, the outgoing SVM government accepted President Emmanuel Macron's invitation for a new nuclear cooperation. This is to deter the Russians, says the Prime Minister.
Since Long Island, the base of our rocket-launching nuclear submarines, the president has presented his new doctrine of deterrence. France will allow several European allies to associate themselves with nuclear deterrence exercises.
Denmark and France Forge Strategic Nuclear Partnership
Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced a strategic nuclear deterrence agreement with France, marking a major shift in nuclear doctrine. French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized strengthening European cooperation to counter a growing Russian threat. The agreement complements NATO's efforts, without involving nuclear weapons on Danish soil.
The French President wants to expand his nuclear power – also in response to the transatlantic crisis. But it is still a long way to go until a European nuclear shield. Marine Le Pen is lurking in the background.
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