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Norway’s foreign affairs minister, Espen Barth Eide, asserted that Europe is fulfilling its role in the Hormuz Strait, while emphasising that NATO is not involved in the Iran conflict. His comments highlight the distinct positions of European nations and NATO regarding regional security dynamics.

France and Poland have announced enhanced defence cooperation to address growing security concerns from Russia’s actions. In Gdansk, President Macron and Premier Tusk discussed collaboration on nuclear deterrence, military satellites, and joint exercises, with potential deployments of French nuclear-capable aircraft to Poland planned in the coming months.

Emmanuel Macron, President of France, stated at the Munich Security Conference that Europe must independently redesign its security architecture in response to Russia’s aggression. He emphasized the need for new parameters, including a holistic approach to nuclear deterrence, crucial for Europe’s future security strategy.

Industry leaders at the Munich Security Conference stressed that Europe’s energy security must be prioritised alongside defence, citing increased threats following Russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. Eurelectric president Markus Rauramo highlighted the need for a strategic shift in response to these hybrid threats.

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