there is already a US base in Greenland. Why not just work with that? Why all this hostility/demands/threats? I really do not understand why there isn't just more diplomacy.
US threatens to annex Greenland - 2025/2026
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Are you serious? All over the media it has been said that troops are moving there BECAUSE of Trump! The actual nations are that heated! No word of Russia doing anything but I'm guessing they are sitting back and laughing! IMO, but also seen all over social media.
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Greed by Trump, he is after resources and power. His massive ego. I add IMO but it is obvious at this point.
Never to forget the suffering other countries went through and go through. I never take it for granted.
Europe Confronts Trump’s Greenland Ambitions
Deploying troops to the island signals European unity in the face of the White House’s belligerence.
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I don't agree Russia is about to make a move on Greenland. It is too depleted by and occupied with Ukraine to do this at this time.
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Who would they send there and what would they do with it anyway?
There armies are depleted of solid military people and contemporary equipment.
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The fact that the US has military bases and presence on Greenland, and the fact that Greenland has welcomed expansion of that military presence, shows that this isn't about US defense at all. It's in part about control of mineral resources which are prohibited from being extracted due to environmental regulations. But moreso, it's about Trump's overwhelming narcissistic need for ownership, much like his Nobel medal. There is no need for the US to own Greenland. There is no need to appease the man-child. None.
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March?!
President Donald Trump's special envoy to Greenland said he plans to visit the Danish territory in March, and that he believes a deal can be made.
President Donald Trump's special envoy to Greenland said he plans to visit the Danish territory in March, and that he believes a deal can be made.
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“We heard that former Rep Billy Long, Trump’s nominee for ambassador to Iceland, joked to members on the floor last night that Iceland will be the 52nd state and he’ll be governor,” Politico wrote in its morning newsletter....
Iceland’s foreign ministry said it had contacted the US embassy for clarification....
On Wednesday Long reportedly apologised for the remarks in an interview with Arctic Today, a news website that covers the region....
Though Long said he could understand why the comments would have set off a reaction, he was adamant they were a joke and should not be taken seriously.
“I apologise and that’s my only comment, I look forward to working with the people of Iceland and I apologise it was taken that way. I was with a group of friends and there was nothing serious about it,” he added.
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Iceland’s foreign ministry said it had contacted the US embassy for clarification....
On Wednesday Long reportedly apologised for the remarks in an interview with Arctic Today, a news website that covers the region....
Though Long said he could understand why the comments would have set off a reaction, he was adamant they were a joke and should not be taken seriously.
“I apologise and that’s my only comment, I look forward to working with the people of Iceland and I apologise it was taken that way. I was with a group of friends and there was nothing serious about it,” he added.
Anger in Iceland over incoming US ambassador’s ‘52nd state’ joke
Thousands sign petition calling on Iceland’s foreign minister to reject Trump ally Billy Long’s nomination
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When someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time, as Maya told us.“We heard that former Rep Billy Long, Trump’s nominee for ambassador to Iceland, joked to members on the floor last night that Iceland will be the 52nd state and he’ll be governor,” Politico wrote in its morning newsletter....
Iceland’s foreign ministry said it had contacted the US embassy for clarification....
On Wednesday Long reportedly apologised for the remarks in an interview with Arctic Today, a news website that covers the region....
Though Long said he could understand why the comments would have set off a reaction, he was adamant they were a joke and should not be taken seriously.
“I apologise and that’s my only comment, I look forward to working with the people of Iceland and I apologise it was taken that way. I was with a group of friends and there was nothing serious about it,” he added.
Anger in Iceland over incoming US ambassador’s ‘52nd state’ joke
Thousands sign petition calling on Iceland’s foreign minister to reject Trump ally Billy Long’s nomination
In the current climate, there is nothing light or frivolous about suggesting invasion or annexation. Especially as Greenland, Iceland's neighbour, is being told by the president himself that the US is going to invade whether they like it or not.
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Meh. The POTUS has a Peace Prize now (even though it’s not really his) and that’s more important. MOO
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Carney answered media questions after wrapping up his new trade deal with China. There was one question about Greenland.
He referenced NATO Article 2 and Article 5. He mentioned that Canada has opened a new consulate in Greenland (official opening next month). He reiterated that Canada is in discussions with Greenland and Denmark regarding Arctic security, and that one of his first decisions as Prime Minister was to implement increased strategic presence in the Arctic. He increased presence from 4 months to 365 days.
He said that China is in agreement with Canada to respect the sovereignty of Greenland.
Canada expects all NATO partners to respect the partnership.
Article 2
The Parties will contribute toward the further development of peaceful and friendly international relations by strengthening their free institutions, by bringing about a better understanding of the principles upon which these institutions are founded, and by promoting conditions of stability and well-being. They will seek to eliminate conflict in their international economic policies and will encourage economic collaboration between any or all of them.
Article 5
The Parties agree that an armed attack against one or more of them in Europe or North America shall be considered an attack against them all and consequently they agree that, if such an armed attack occurs, each of them, in exercise of the right of individual or collective self-defence recognized by Article 51 of the Charter of the United Nations, will assist the Party or Parties so attacked by taking forthwith, individually and in concert with the other Parties, such action as it deems necessary, including the use of armed force, to restore and maintain the security of the North Atlantic area.
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He referenced NATO Article 2 and Article 5. He mentioned that Canada has opened a new consulate in Greenland (official opening next month). He reiterated that Canada is in discussions with Greenland and Denmark regarding Arctic security, and that one of his first decisions as Prime Minister was to implement increased strategic presence in the Arctic. He increased presence from 4 months to 365 days.
He said that China is in agreement with Canada to respect the sovereignty of Greenland.
Canada expects all NATO partners to respect the partnership.
Article 2
The Parties will contribute toward the further development of peaceful and friendly international relations by strengthening their free institutions, by bringing about a better understanding of the principles upon which these institutions are founded, and by promoting conditions of stability and well-being. They will seek to eliminate conflict in their international economic policies and will encourage economic collaboration between any or all of them.
Article 5
The Parties agree that an armed attack against one or more of them in Europe or North America shall be considered an attack against them all and consequently they agree that, if such an armed attack occurs, each of them, in exercise of the right of individual or collective self-defence recognized by Article 51 of the Charter of the United Nations, will assist the Party or Parties so attacked by taking forthwith, individually and in concert with the other Parties, such action as it deems necessary, including the use of armed force, to restore and maintain the security of the North Atlantic area.
The North Atlantic Treaty
The Parties to this Treaty reaffirm their faith in the purposes and principles of the Charter of the United Nations and their desire to live in peace with all peoples and all governments. They are determined to safeguard the freedom, common heritage and civilisation of their peoples, founded on...
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I think that one of the most interesting statements in Carney's press conference (after meetings with China) is "Carney said China is more predictable partner than the U.S." Also, of note, is that Canada is continuing to secure global alliances without consideration of the 1823 United States goal to assert authority over the Western Hemisphere.
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www.politico.eu
Prime Minister Mark Carney has a healthy response to questions about Trump: "who cares". He apologized for the comment, but the message is clear. Canada is a sovereign country where the US has no influence or authority.
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"The final question Carney addressed was on Greenland and security in the Arctic. He first stated that the future of Greenland, a self-governing Danish territory, is a decision for Greenland and Denmark. Canada is in discussions with Denmark and partners of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (Nato) on safeguarding Arctic security, he said.
"We've taken decisive steps in terms of Arctic security over the course of this [past] year," he said, noting that Canada is increasing its presence in that region from four months in a year to year-round.
Carney had earlier pledged to boost Canada’s military and security presence in the Arctic. Canada will officially open a consulate in Nuuk, Greenland, next month, and is planning for another in Anchorage, Alaska."
"We've taken decisive steps in terms of Arctic security over the course of this [past] year," he said, noting that Canada is increasing its presence in that region from four months in a year to year-round.
Carney had earlier pledged to boost Canada’s military and security presence in the Arctic. Canada will officially open a consulate in Nuuk, Greenland, next month, and is planning for another in Anchorage, Alaska."
Chinese leader Xi Jinping hails 'turnaround' in China-Canada ties as Mark Carney visits Beijing
Trade tops the agenda in what is a Canadian leader's first visit to China after years of strained ties.
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"Carney urged NATO allies including the U.S. to “respect their commitments” as he stressed Canada’s support for Danish sovereignty over the strategically vital Arctic island, which Trump has threatened to seize.
"We are NATO partners with Denmark, and so our full partnership stands," Carney said in his first remarks on the intensifying diplomatic brouhaha. "Our obligations on Article 5, Article 2 of NATO stand, and we stand full-square behind those."
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Carney said Greenland and Arctic sovereignty also featured in his discussions with Xi, adding that he “found much alignment of views in that regard.”
"We are NATO partners with Denmark, and so our full partnership stands," Carney said in his first remarks on the intensifying diplomatic brouhaha. "Our obligations on Article 5, Article 2 of NATO stand, and we stand full-square behind those."
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Carney said Greenland and Arctic sovereignty also featured in his discussions with Xi, adding that he “found much alignment of views in that regard.”
Carney to Trump: Back off on Greenland
Canadian PM urged NATO allies including the U.S. to “respect their commitments.”
www.politico.eu
Prime Minister Mark Carney has a healthy response to questions about Trump: "who cares". He apologized for the comment, but the message is clear. Canada is a sovereign country where the US has no influence or authority.
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Yesterday the Netherlands announced that they would send one soldier from the Royal Netherlands Navy to Greenland. Today, it's been doubled!
All NATO countries agree that Greenland is strategically important and that a joint military exercise demonstrates that concretely. Military representatives from some NATO countries are meeting in Greenland to plan defence strategies for the Island.
"The Netherlands is sending not one, but two soldiers to Greenland to assist with preparations for a NATO exercise. They are an operational planner and a logistics planner, says outgoing Defense Minister Brekelmans.
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The two will conduct an initial exploration of "what such an exercise looks like," he says. If that becomes more concrete, more Dutch people will likely head that way in the relatively short term.
If the NATO exercise actually begins, it will involve a larger number of military personnel. The exact number is still unclear. The Minister of Defense has not yet determined whether the operation will be large-scale or small-scale. A large-scale operation could, for example, also involve an air force unit."
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All NATO countries agree that Greenland is strategically important and that a joint military exercise demonstrates that concretely. Military representatives from some NATO countries are meeting in Greenland to plan defence strategies for the Island.
"The Netherlands is sending not one, but two soldiers to Greenland to assist with preparations for a NATO exercise. They are an operational planner and a logistics planner, says outgoing Defense Minister Brekelmans.
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The two will conduct an initial exploration of "what such an exercise looks like," he says. If that becomes more concrete, more Dutch people will likely head that way in the relatively short term.
If the NATO exercise actually begins, it will involve a larger number of military personnel. The exact number is still unclear. The Minister of Defense has not yet determined whether the operation will be large-scale or small-scale. A large-scale operation could, for example, also involve an air force unit."
Niet één, maar twee Nederlandse militairen naar Groenland
Gisteren maakte het kabinet bekend dat één Nederlandse officier zou gaan helpen bij de voorbereiding op een NAVO-oefening.
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Trump says he may punish countries with tariffs if they don’t back the US controlling Greenland
President Donald Trump says he may punish countries with tariffs if they don’t back the U.S. controlling Greenland.
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He still doesn't seem to understand that his tariffs impact Americans, first and foremost.
Trump says he may punish countries with tariffs if they don’t back the US controlling Greenland
President Donald Trump says he may punish countries with tariffs if they don’t back the U.S. controlling Greenland.
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He does not CARE, he understands all right
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Oh, I know he doesn't care either way, but I genuinely don't think he understands the difference between tariffs and sanctions.
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He really doesn’t understand the concept of tariffs and neither do his advisors. MOO
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