The Kremlin has ridiculed the concept of a European nuclear deterrent as discussions intensify among France and Britain to extend their nuclear arsenals to secure Europe amidst growing doubts about the U.S. commitment to NATO. Russian Ambassador to the UK Andrey Kelin dismissed the effectiveness of a British ‘nuclear umbrella,’ stating it would not enhance security for other NATO members. His remarks come on the heels of heightened European interest in developing a shared nuclear defense, particularly among Baltic states like Estonia and Latvia, as they explore joining talks on this issue while emphasizing adherence to international commitments. The context for these developments is the recent expiration of the New START treaty, which has led Russia to reconsider its nuclear strategy in light of potential expansions amidst rising tensions.
Kremlin mocks European ambitions for independent nuclear deterrent
