European Nuclear Deterrent in Question as US Role Fades

Germany's defense strategy is bolstered by investments in F-35 fighter jets and Tomahawk cruise missiles, but a growing concern exists behind the scenes: how secure is Europe's nuclear shield without the US as a guarantor? Amidst open Russian threats, the continent's security architecture is under scrutiny. Security expert Claudia Major from the German Marshall Fund analyzes the dilemma of European deterrence in a conversation with Rixa Fürsen. The discussion centers on whether smaller arsenals in France and the UK can fill an American vacuum. The analysis reveals a dangerous gap between European aspirations and military reality. A deeper look into NATO's nuclear doctrine and the harsh strategic facts of a changing world order is provided. The episode explains why a purely European atomic bomb remains an illusion for now and outlines the remaining options for allies to avoid being coerced in the future.