US will discuss the future of nuclear arms in Europe but is not moving for an early withdrawal
By Robert Burns, APSunday, March 14, 2010
US cautious on removing nuclear arms from Europe
WASHINGTON — The U.S. is taking a go-slow approach on one of the touchiest and least discussed national security issues — whether to remove the last remaining Cold War-era U.S. nuclear weapons in Europe.
Some officials in Europe are advocating a withdrawal and they cite President Barack Obama’s call last year for a nuclear-free world.
But the U.S. is putting off an early decision, preferring to consult within NATO.
That’s according to according to several Obama administration officials. They discussed the matter on condition of anonymity because details are secret and the administration is in the midst of an internal review of the role and purpose of the U.S. nuclear arsenal.
Tags: Barack Obama, Europe, North America, Nuclear Weapons, United States, Washington, Weapons Of Mass Destruction
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