RUSSIA TO TRUMP: HANDS OFF GREENLAND

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President-elect Donald Trump has once again expressed his interest in buying Greenland, igniting sharp rebukes from both Russia and Denmark. This isn’t just about expanding U.S. territory; it’s about asserting American dominance in the strategically vital Arctic region, where resources and military positioning are at stake.

Russia, through Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov, has made it clear that the Arctic is not up for grabs by issuing a stern warning to Trump. Labeling the Arctic as a “zone of strategic interest,” Russia has not only voiced its concerns but has also been actively beefing up its military presence in the region. This move by Russia signals a readiness to protect its interests against what it perceives as an American overreach.

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Trump’s response to these international reactions has been nothing short of provocative. Refusing to rule out the use of force, he’s escalated the situation by threatening tariffs on Denmark should they stand in the way of his Greenland acquisition plan. This approach showcases a willingness to use economic leverage as a weapon, a tactic familiar to those who understand the Trump playbook.

However, Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has been resolute. Her straightforward declaration, “Greenland is not for sale,” is a clear assertion of sovereignty and an acknowledgment of Greenland’s autonomous status within the Danish realm. This stance reflects not just national pride but also a broader European resistance to unilateral American moves that could disrupt international relations.

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Sources:

https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-greenland-russia-20250110

https://www.newsweek.com/why-donald-trump-wants-buy-greenland-2011483

https://apnews.com/article/greenland-trump-climate-change-minerals-trade-bab5bb60ba52f6073f056fb271c43215

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-greenland-panama-canal-why-us-interest/

https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/the-kremlin-said-greenland-is-in-russia-s-sphere-of-national-and-strategic-interests-and-it-s-got-its-eye-on-trump-s-claims-on-the-territory/ar-BB1rd7p5

https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/politics/russia-watching-trump-s-greenland-ambitions-with-great-interest/ar-BB1raNJ2

https://www.yahoo.com/news/kremlin-said-greenland-russias-sphere-074707672.html

https://www.lse.ac.uk/ideas/Assets/Documents/updates/2022-SU-RussiaArctic-FINAL.pdf


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