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Macron Announces France Will Increase Nuclear Arsenal

Published March 2, 2026, 17:07
Macron Announces France Will Increase Nuclear Arsenal

French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France will increase the number of nuclear warheads it possesses, without disclosing the exact number. This decision is being made due to increased geopolitical instability and the risk of global conflicts exceeding the nuclear threshold. Macron stressed that the final decision to use nuclear weapons rests solely with the President of the Republic. France is not seeking to start a nuclear arms race, but to strengthen its deterrent capability. In addition, Macron referred to the danger associated with an Iran possessing nuclear and ballistic capabilities, stating that he will discuss the issue in the coming days. This decision marks a change in France's policy regarding transparency about its nuclear arsenal.