Poland and Lithuania explore playing bigger role in NATO's nuclear deterrence

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Poland and Lithuania are exploring how to deepen their involvement in NATO's nuclear deterrence strategy, which relies on U.S. nuclear weapons stationed across Europe. Both countries confirmed their participation in ongoing discussions about expanding their role in the alliance's nuclear posture. The move signals growing integration of Eastern European NATO members into the alliance's core security architecture, particularly as concerns mount about Russian aggression in the region. Details about the specific nature of their expanded responsibilities remain limited, though the discussions appear focused on how the two nations might participate more directly in NATO's nuclear planning and coordination.