Recently, French President Macron put forward a heavyweight proposal, claiming to launch strategic discussions on France's provision of a "nuclear umbrella" to European allies. This statement instantly caused waves in European politics, and the reactions of various countries showed significant differences.
According to Sky News and Russia Today (RT), British Prime Minister Stamer clearly expressed the UK's position on this proposal at a press conference on the 15th local time. When asked whether the current global security tensions will prompt more countries to seek nuclear weapons, Stamer responded firmly: "On the issue of nuclear weapons, the UK has always maintained a resolute attitude, doing everything in its power to prevent the proliferation of nuclear weapons and avoid further improvement in their accessibility." This statement is undoubtedly a direct response to Macron's proposal and highlights the conservative stance that the UK has always adhered to on nuclear issues.
Currently, the United States' attitude towards European security assistance is ambiguous, and there have even been rumors of threatening to withdraw aid, making the security situation in Europe increasingly delicate. In this context, whether the UK and France should expand their own "nuclear umbrellas" to provide a safe sky for their European allies has become a hot topic of public opinion.
Polish Prime Minister Tusk was the first to express strong support for Macron's proposal, publicly stating that once France's "nuclear umbrella" is implemented, it will greatly strengthen Europe's overall security system and add a solid foundation to Europe in the complex international environment. Lithuanian President Nauseda also warmly welcomed this proposal, considering it an important step for Europe to actively explore autonomous security in the field of security.
The Nordic countries, on the other hand, cautiously welcome Macron's proposal. On the one hand, they acknowledge the necessity for Europe to seek more autonomy in the field of security, but on the other hand, they are also concerned about the geopolitical risks and a series of complex issues that this measure may bring. Latvian Prime Minister Hilina used a more tactful tone, stating that it is too early to explore whether Latvia will accept the nuclear weapons deployed by France at this stage, and maintaining a wait-and-see attitude amidst uncertainty. Slovak Prime Minister Fizo has a clear stance, directly stating that he is "unwilling" and clearly conveying his country's rejection of this proposal.
International analysts have pointed out that France's own nuclear weapons scale and strength are relatively limited, which has become a key factor for some European countries to have doubts about its "nuclear umbrella" program. On major issues related to national security, each country has its own considerations. Although Macron's proposal was originally intended to strengthen European security autonomy, in the process of advancing it, it will inevitably face many complex issues and differences among all parties. In the future, it remains to be further observed where Europe will go in the field of nuclear security.
(Editer：admin)
