U.S. Officials Open to Deploying Nuclear Weapons in More NATO States
The Financial Times reported that U.S. officials are considering deploying nuclear weapons in additional European NATO states beyond the six countries already hosting nuclear-capable bombers.
This potential expansion involves more countries hosting so-called US dual-capable aircraft (DCA), which can deliver nuclear strikes, according to the report. However, it cautioned that an agreement to expand U.S. nuclear hosting is not imminent.
Countries on NATO’s eastern flank, including Poland and some Baltic states, are interested in potentially hosting DCA bases, with discussions ongoing within NATO channels.
The White House, Department of Defense, and NATO did not immediately respond to requests for comment from Reuters.