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Emmanuel Macron to discuss protecting European allies with French nuclear deterrent

Emmanuel Macron also said he hoped to convince Donald Trump not to impose tariffs on imports from Europe (Justin Tallis/Pool via AP)

Emmanuel Macron also said he hoped to convince Donald Trump not to impose tariffs on imports from Europe (Justin Tallis/Pool via AP)

Sylvie Corbet

Today at 22:36

French President Emmanuel Macron has said he will discuss with European allies the possibility of using France’s nuclear deterrent to protect the continent from Russian threats, amid concerns over potential US disengagement.

France is the only nuclear power in the European Union.

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