Estonia in Talks With France on Nuclear Deterrence Initiative
Estonian officials are reportedly discussing participation in a French-led effort to bolster nuclear deterrence in Europe, according to Ukrinform.
Estonian officials are reportedly discussing participation in a French-led effort to bolster nuclear deterrence in Europe, according to Ukrinform.
Nicolas Dupont-Aignan says extending French nuclear deterrence to allies could endanger national interests, according to a report by Russian news agency TASS.
Maria Zakharova says Finland's participation in a France-led nuclear deterrence initiative represents a concerning European move.
Deputy Foreign Minister Alexander Grushko says Moscow will account for Finland's shift on nuclear deterrence in future defense planning, according to TASS.
Prime Minister Kristen Michal says Tallinn is discussing participation in a French-led "forward nuclear deterrence" initiative, while noting French troops already support Estonia's defense.

Finland has become the tenth European state to join a French-backed military cooperation and nuclear deterrence framework, according to Al Jazeera, as concerns grow over Russian intentions and the reliability of US security commitments.