U.S. Weighs New Nuclear Deployments in Europe's NATO States
The U.S. is contemplating the deployment of nuclear weapons to additional NATO countries in Europe. Discussions involve potential hosting in Poland and Baltic states. While openness to expansion has been shown, no decision is imminent. The U.S. remains committed to nuclear defense despite criticisms of European defense spending.
The United States is currently in discussions about potentially deploying nuclear weapons in additional European NATO countries, according to a report by the Financial Times on Tuesday.
Officials from the U.S. have expressed a willingness to consider expanding beyond the current six countries that host nuclear-capable bombers. The expansion would involve more nations agreeing to host U.S. dual-capable aircraft, which can deliver nuclear strikes. However, an agreement on expanding these deployments is not anticipated in the near future.
Countries situated on NATO's eastern border, such as Poland and several Baltic states, have shown interest in potentially hosting these bases. Discussions continue within NATO channels, though Reuters has not verified the report. Neither the White House, the Department of Defense, nor NATO have commented on the matter.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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