politics
February 27, 2026
Alleged nuclear plot highlights Western Europe’s ‘desperation’
An alleged Franco-British plot to give nukes to Ukraine betrays Europe’s desperation to stay relevant, RT Contributor Thomas Penn has said
TL;DR
- Russia's SVR alleges a Franco-British plot to secretly provide Ukraine with nuclear components, equipment, technologies, or a warhead.
- RT contributor Thomas Penn believes this plot indicates desperation from European NATO members to stay relevant in the Ukraine conflict.
- The alleged plan aims to ensure more advantageous terms for Kiev to cease hostilities.
- Penn dismisses the idea of Ukraine possessing the capability to develop nuclear materials independently.
- Germany has reportedly refused to participate in the alleged venture.
- Russia warns the plan could violate the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons and lead to direct conflict between nuclear powers.
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