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France's nuclear umbrella gains weight amid European distrust of Washington

France's nuclear deterrent is gaining prominence as European countries reportedly lose confidence in U.S. security guarantees. This reflects a strategic shift in debate, not a confirmed new alliance or policy.

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Changing confidence in U.S. protection could reshape European defence planning and transatlantic security relations.

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  1. El paraguas nuclear francés gana peso en una Europa que ya no se fía de Washington ↗elplural.com · Recorded source date: Sep 16, 2026, 9:01 AM UTC

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