US EditionGermany says talks with France on nuclear deterrence are at an early stage
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Cristian Diaconescu commented, at Digi24, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on a common nuclear defence with France. The former minister said that, theoretically, France could cover another state with the nuclear arsenal, but this was thought of only from the beginning for its own defence. Diaconescu also said that "for no one is clear, starting from such issues as far away as possible".
Chancellor Merz wants to place Germany under a European nuclear protection umbrella. How realistic is the plan, and what do critics say?
Germany and France Discuss Joint Nuclear Deterrence Initiative
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron are in early talks to develop a joint European nuclear deterrent. The discussions aim to enhance cooperation on nuclear defense while maintaining the U.S. role in NATO's nuclear strategy, a German spokesperson confirmed at a press conference.
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Germany says talks with France on nuclear deterrence are at an early stage
Berlin, Feb 16 Talks between German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron over creating a joint European nuclear deterrent are at an early stage and not aimed at... -February 16, 2026 at 06:46 am EST MarketScreener
After the Munich Security Conference, a discussion about German participation in a possible nuclear deterrence in Europe has started. But even the CDU does not represent a unified position.
Does Europe need its own nuclear shield? Chancellor Merz had made German-French talks on the subject public at the Munich Security Conference. However, two CDU foreign politicians dampen expectations.
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