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News · 2 March 2026

France allows nuclear jets to deploy in Europe

France allows nuclear jets to deploy in Europe

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President Emmanuel Macron declared France would permit its nuclear-capable aircraft to be temporarily positioned in allied European countries. This new approach, presented Monday, confirms no joint control over using the nuclear weapons. Talks have commenced with eight nations, including Germany, Poland, and Britain, for these agreements. The initiative seeks to reinforce Europe's autonomy amidst worries about the U.S. alliance.

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