Face au réalignement américain, Emmanuel Macron, à la tête d’un des deux pays disposant de l’arme atomique sur le Vieux Continent, s’est dit prêt à « ouvrir la discussion » sur l’extension du parapluie nucléaire. Mais les défis, autant que les réticences, sont nombreux.
The article explores the potential extension of France's nuclear deterrence to a European scale, driven by geopolitical shifts, including the U.S. realignment under Trump and the ongoing war in Ukraine. France and the UK are the only European countries with nuclear weapons, with France being the sole EU member post-Brexit. French President Emmanuel Macron has expressed openness to discussing a shared nuclear deterrent while emphasizing France's independence. The proposal faces challenges, including sensitive strategic discussions and the need for a unified European approach. The idea is likened to early EU initiatives, highlighting its symbolic significance.
