expression, noun
nuclear umbrella
Refers to the protection a nuclear-armed state extends to its allies, deterring attacks through the threat of nuclear retaliation. Often used in political and security contexts.
日本はアメリカの核の傘の下にある。
Japan is under the U.S. nuclear umbrella.
核の傘の信頼性が議論されている。
The credibility of the nuclear umbrella is being debated.