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National Rally Rejects Macron's EU Nuclear Control Plans

2/28/2026

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Jordan Bardella, leader of the National Rally, criticized Macron's plan to tie France's nuclear doctrine to the EU.
He argued deterrence relies on conventional forces and cited French missions in Eastern Europe.
He said nuclear decisions should stay with the French president, rejecting shared control.
Philippe Olivier, an MEP from Bardella's party, warned EU nuclear authority could trigger impeachment.
EU nations are considering their own arsenals amid geopolitical tensions.

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Jordan Bardella, leader of the National Rally, criticized Macron's plan to tie France's nuclear doctrine to the EU.
He argued deterrence relies on conventional forces and cited French missions in Eastern Europe.
He said nuclear decisions should stay with the French president, rejecting shared control.
Philippe Olivier, an MEP from Bardella's party, warned EU nuclear authority could trigger impeachment.
EU nations are considering their own arsenals amid geopolitical tensions.