Macron vows to boost nuclear defense amid Russia threats
The French president, Emmanuel Macron, announced the possibility of using French nuclear weapons to defend Europe from Russia. In a resolute speech, he emphasized that Europe's future should not be determined in Moscow or Washington, stressing that the Europeans are responsible for the continent's security.
Macron stated that France is ready to enhance its nuclear capabilities to protect Europe against Russian aggression.
As the only European Union country with nuclear weapons, France can extend its "nuclear umbrella" over the continent. However, the decision to use such weapons will remain exclusively under the authority of the President of France.
As highlighted by The Sun, the French leader asserted that Europe cannot rely solely on U.S. support, particularly given the weakened trust in U.S. actions within NATO.
I want to believe that the U.S. will stay by our side, but we have to be ready if they don't - said Macron, but he also called on Europe to prepare for the possibility of lacking that support.
Macron emphasized that Russia must be viewed as a constant threat regardless of events in Ukraine. "Who can believe that today's Russia will stop at Ukraine?" the President asked rhetorically. He stressed the need for increased investments in armaments and equipment to defend against potential future attacks effectively.
Important meeting in Paris
The French president also announced the convening of a meeting of European Chiefs of General Staff next week in Paris to develop a plan to "ensure future peace in Ukraine." On Thursday, an EU leaders' summit will be held in Brussels, where the defence strategies of individual countries will be discussed in the context of restoring peace in Ukraine.
Europe's future doesn't have to be decided in Washington or Moscow, Macron stressed, adding that it would be "unwise to remain a spectator in this dangerous world." He noted that Russia has already turned the war in Ukraine into a "global conflict" and plans to significantly bolster its armed forces by 2030.
The French president concluded that while this generation may not experience the benefits of peace, the responsibility lies with us to ensure that future generations do. He emphasized the need to face the future together.
It's important to remember that both the USA and Ukraine face the challenge of finding common ground for talks with Russia, which may contribute to ending the ongoing conflict.
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