Event Brief
Merz Rejects German Nukes But Backs Pact With France and UK
Filed: Feb 18, 2026 at 8:05 AM ET
Summary: Chancellor Friedrich Merz ruled out Germany developing its own nuclear weapons, suggesting deployment from France and the UK.
WHO: Chancellor Friedrich Merz
WHAT: Rejection of Germany developing nuclear weapons
WHEN: Feb 18, 2026 at 7:00 AM ET
WHERE: Germany
WHY: To suggest deployment of nuclear weapons from allies
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