Norway will come under France's nuclear umbrella, leaders say
Norway has announced plans to join France's nuclear umbrella, marking a significant shift in its defense strategy. This decision reflects growing European concerns about reliance on the United States for security amid rising tensions with Russia. The agreement includes a broader defense pact and emphasizes mutual assistance between Norway and France.
- ▪Norway will open talks with France on joining its nuclear umbrella.
- ▪The move indicates a shift from Norway's traditional reliance on NATO and the U.S. for security.
- ▪Norway will participate in France's forward nuclear deterrence initiative, enhancing European defense cooperation.
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Norway will come under France's nuclear umbrella, leaders saySign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPublished May 28, 2026, 05:19 AMUpdated May 28, 2026, 05:19 AMPARIS/OSLO, May 27 - Norway will open talks with France on joining its nuclear umbrella, French President Emmanuel Macron and Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Stoere said on Wednesday, reflecting growing European concerns about relying on the United States for security.The move signals a shift by Norway, long a staunch Atlanticist that has relied heavily on NATO and the U.S.
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