The United Kingdom has firmly opposed the expansion of nuclear weapons in Europe, Prime Minister Keir Starmer stated during a press conference on March 15. His comments come in response to recent suggestions from French President Emmanuel Macron about extending France’s nuclear umbrella to other European Union (EU) member states. Macron’s proposal has sparked a heated debate among Western leaders and has drawn criticism from Russia, which perceives it as an aggressive move against Moscow.

The issue of nuclear weapons has become a growing concern in European security discussions, particularly in light of shifting transatlantic relations. French President Emmanuel Macron has floated the idea of sharing France’s nuclear arsenal with other EU nations amid fears of a potential US withdrawal from European defense commitments. In a televised national address, Macron labeled Russia as a “threat to France and Europe,” underlining the necessity for European nations to bolster their own security measures.

France is currently the only EU country with an independent nuclear deterrent following the United Kingdom’s exit from the bloc. However, Macron’s proposition raises significant questions about European defense strategy, NATO cohesion, and the long-standing principle of nuclear non-proliferation.

Keir Starmer made it clear that the UK remains steadfast in its commitment to preventing the spread of nuclear weapons. When asked about the possibility of........

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