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This paper discusses the rationale behind the practice of nuclear sharing within NATO. The author explains that the presence of US nuclear weapons in Europe is a legacy from an outdated security agenda and no longer serves a credible purpose within NATO's nuclear posture. Despite this, neither US nor European decision-makers are likely to push for their removal. The paper examines each of the countries that host US nuclear weapons - Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Turkey, the UK and Belgium - and discusses their political climate with regard to NATO nuclear sharing.