France is ready for NATO burden sharing, defense minister says

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(18 Jun 2026) RESTRICTION SUMMARY: ASSOCIATED PRESS Brussels, Belgium - 18 June 2026 1. French Defense Minister Catherine Vautrin arriving to brief media 2. Mid of camera 3. SOUNDBITE (French) Catherine Vautrin, French Defense Minister: "As you know, France is deeply committed to take its part in this burden sharing because France has always championed sovereignty, autonomy, and responsibility. Of course, this responsibility must also be reflected in terms of capability. As you know, the