European Security and Geopolitical Tensions

Europe is taking steps to boost its security without severing ties with the US. Macron criticizes Putin, calling him an imperialist seeking to rewrite history. Tensions rise over France's nuclear deterrent proposal for European countries. Lavrov dismisses Macron's accusations as 'madness and nonsense.'

European Defense Capabilities

President Trump's push for Europe to be less reliant on U.S. military backing is leading to discussions on increasing defense capabilities in the EU, including higher defense spending and the use of France's nuclear deterrent. European leaders are responding to the call for increased military spending and joint funding for innovative weapons and equipment.

Ukraine's Defense Strategy and Nuclear Deterrent

Ukrainian President Zelensky believes that Ukraine needs a million-man army, nuclear deterrent, and advanced missiles to deter Russian aggression if it cannot join NATO. Zelensky regrets giving up Ukraine's nuclear arsenal in the 1990s and insists on security guarantees even if NATO membership is delayed. He mourns the lost protection and security guarantees that nuclear weapons provided.

Trident Missile Misfire

A Trident missile misfired and crashed into the ocean near a British nuclear submarine during a test, but the Ministry of Defence stated that the UK's nuclear deterrent remains effective. This was the second failed test, with the first one in 2016. Despite the setback, officials maintain confidence in the reliability of the Trident missile system.