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France short of money – but can find enough for nuclear weapons

France affirms nuclear arms despite military cuts Miami Herald, BY
JAMEY KEATEN 9 Jan 13,
ASSOCIATED PRESS
OLIVET, France –– France’s president says the country will maintain
its costly nuclear arsenal despite looming military budget cuts,
saying the weapons are essential for national defense.

President Francois Hollande said Wednesday that global security
threats have made nuclear weapons essential for France, which is the
only country in continental Europe to have them…….
http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/01/09/3174407/france-affirms-nuclear-arms-despite.html#storylink=cpy

January 10, 2013 - Posted by Christina Macpherson | France, weapons and war