NATO Is Considering Deploying Additional Nuclear Weapons In Europe
1- 1.08.2026, 10:13
Three countries bordering Russia have been named.
In light of the Russian threat, the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) is developing plans to expand nuclear deterrence in Europe. According to the dpa news agency, in the event of a further escalation of the security situation, nuclear weapons could be deployed, in particular, in Poland, Finland, and Lithuania, reports "Deutsche Welle" reports.
NATO’s plans involve non-strategic nuclear weapons, which are intended for use against troops, airfields, ports, command posts, and other elements of military infrastructure. Such munitions are delivered to their targets by fighter jets or cruise missiles. They are less powerful than strategic nuclear weapons.
Earlier, NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte did not rule out the possibility of deploying additional U.S. nuclear weapons in Europe during an interview with dpa. He declined to comment on the details of the ongoing discussions. “We must ensure that no one can launch a nuclear strike against us without facing our retaliation,” the agency quoted Rutte as saying.
After the Cold War, about 100 nuclear bombs remained in Europe
According to dpa, about 100 American B61-12 nuclear bombs remained in Europe after the end of the Cold War and the reduction of nuclear arsenals. As part of the Nuclear Sharing program, they are deployed at six air bases in five NATO countries: Germany, Belgium, Italy, the Netherlands, and Turkey.
Finland and Lithuania Lift Ban on Nuclear Weapons Deployment
Earlier, Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda announced Vilnius’s readiness to join NATO’s nuclear deterrence system amid Russia’s war against Ukraine. At the same time, he noted that Lithuania currently has no immediate plans to station nuclear weapons on its territory during peacetime.
In late June, Finland adopted amendments to its Atomic Energy Act that lifted the ban on the import and deployment of nuclear weapons on its territory. The amendments took effect on July 1.
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