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Macron wants “Nuclear Europe”, as Trump ditches NATO

TFIGLOBAL News Desk by TFIGLOBAL News Desk
March 5, 2025
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Macron wants “Nuclear Europe”, as Trump ditches NATO

Debate with the President of the French Republic on the Future of Europe

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Welcome to another episode of “Diplomacy Unhinged,” where geopolitics takes a turn for the dramatic, and President Trump once again steals the spotlight. This time, it’s by halting military aid to Ukraine, accusing European leaders of freeloading off Uncle Sam while they keep their wallets open for Russian oil and gas. And just like that, the transatlantic divide deepens.

While Europe scrambles to figure out how to support Ukraine without American backing, Russia is likely sitting back with a bowl of popcorn, enjoying the show. But amid the chaos, one man sees an opportunity—French President Emmanuel Macron.

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The long-time advocate of European strategic independence is now stepping up, calling on the EU to wake up, smell the coffee, and prepare for a new reality: one where they can’t count on Washington to handle their defense needs. And he’s got an ace up his sleeve—nuclear weapons.

France and Macron, The New Nuclear Daddy?

Macron is now pushing the idea of a European nuclear deterrence, with France at the helm. With the U.S. nuclear umbrella suddenly looking more like a paper parasol, European leaders are being forced to rethink their security strategy. Germany’s election winner, Friedrich Merz, has even floated the idea of “nuclear sharing” with France—a bold suggestion that would have been unthinkable a few years ago.

For context, France is the only nuclear power within the European Union, now that Brexit has sent the U.K. packing. The French nuclear arsenal includes submarine-launched ballistic missiles and air-launched cruise missiles carried by long-range bombers—enough to make any potential aggressor think twice.

While France is a NATO member, it has always kept its nuclear forces independent, unlike other alliance members who rely on U.S. protection. And Macron, ever the visionary (or opportunist, depending on who you ask), has been dropping hints since 2020 that France’s “vital interests” have a European dimension. Now, with Trump’s latest move, that concept is gaining urgency.

The Uncomfortable Questions

But here’s the thing—nuclear deterrence is all about ambiguity. No country spells out exactly when or how they’d use their nukes, because that would defeat the whole purpose. So while Macron might be willing to have a conversation about nuclear protection, there are limits.

Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu was quick to clarify that France’s nuclear forces will remain under the sole authority of the French president. “Weapons production … and use of nuclear forces are French and will stay French,” he assured lawmakers. In other words, Macron isn’t handing out nuclear codes to his European neighbors anytime soon.

Not everyone is thrilled about Macron’s nuclear ambitions. Marine Le Pen, leader of the far-right National Rally, slammed the idea, arguing that nuclear deterrence is only credible if it’s tied to national legitimacy. She warned that “sharing deterrence is equivalent to abolishing it.” Essentially, if France’s nukes become a group project, they lose their edge.

The Trump Factor

Of course, this all hinges on one unpredictable variable: Trump himself. If European leaders seriously start moving toward an independent nuclear strategy, will he see it as a win—proof that his tough-love approach is forcing Europe to step up? Or will he see it as a betrayal and respond with his favorite punishment: tariffs?

Given Trump’s track record, the latter seems more likely. He has never been a fan of European defense autonomy, preferring instead that NATO members simply “pay their fair share” for American protection. If Macron’s nuclear push gains traction, Trump might decide that economic pressure—like slapping tariffs on French wine or German cars—is the best way to remind Europe who’s still boss.

For now, EU leaders are set to discuss the situation at a special summit in Brussels. The guest list is telling—U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer isn’t invited, but Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is. The main topics? Support for Ukraine and European defense.

Macron’s nuclear gambit is just one piece of a much larger puzzle. But one thing is clear: Trump’s latest move has forced Europe to confront an uncomfortable reality. If they want security, they might just have to provide it for themselves. Whether that means investing in their own militaries, deepening European defense cooperation, or—even more controversially—considering nuclear options, remains to be seen.

For now, the world watches as Europe scrambles, Russia smirks, and Trump, as always, continues to keep everyone guessing.

 

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