Macron Proposes Extending Nuclear Deterrent to Europe

French President Emmanuel Macron has proposed extending France's nuclear deterrent to protect European allies amid concerns over U.S. reliability under President Trump. In a televised address, Macron emphasized the need for Europe to prepare for a potential lack of U.S. support, highlighting Russia as an ongoing threat to the continent. Macron's plan includes discussing military strategies with European leaders, focusing on increasing defense spending and possibly deploying European peacekeeping forces in Ukraine after a ceasefire. This initiative responds to German chancellor-designate Friedrich Merz's call for nuclear sharing and reflects a broader European effort to bolster defense capabilities independently. European leaders are set to meet in Brussels to discuss these issues and reinforce support for Ukraine against Russian aggression.