Following recent electoral victories, Germany's prospective chancellor Merz emphasized the necessity of European collaboration in nuclear deterrence, particularly with France and Britain. As global security concerns grow, including shifts in U.S. foreign policy under Trump, Merz underscored the importance of discussions around nuclear sharing. Despite calls from some political factions for Germany to acquire nuclear weapons, he affirmed Germany's commitment to international non-proliferation treaties and suggested that discussions should aim to complement the U.S. nuclear umbrella rather than undermine it.
"We simply must become stronger together in nuclear deterrence in Europe," Merz stated, emphasizing collaborative defense efforts among European nations amidst global security challenges.
Merz outlined that any discussions regarding nuclear capabilities would aim to complement the existing American nuclear umbrella while ensuring Germany's adherence to international treaties.
In light of changing global security dynamics, Merz called for unity among European nations, specifically highlighting the need for discussions around nuclear sharing with France and Britain.
Amid calls for independent nuclear capabilities from certain factions in Germany, Merz reinforced the notion that Germany cannot possess its own nuclear weapons under the non-proliferation treaty.
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