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German foreign minister: We need deterrence in face of nuclear threats

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27-04-2026 | 06:11

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German foreign minister: We need deterrence in face of nuclear threats

German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said on Monday that deterrence is needed ‌amid nuclear threats, even as he underscored support for nuclear non-proliferation.

"As long as nuclear threats against us and our partners continue, ⁠we will need a credible deterrent," he said in a statement ahead of meetings on the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty that he is due to attend this week at the United Nations in ‌New ⁠York.

He added the conference would seek new ways of safeguarding the treaty's achievements and focus on nuclear disarmament.

France ⁠and Germany last month announced plans to deepen cooperation on nuclear deterrence, marking a ⁠significant shift in defence policy as Europe faces rising threats ⁠from Russia and instability linked to the Iran conflict.

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