Putin Distances Russia from Trump's Greenland Plan Amid US-Europe Rift
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News18•22-01-2026, 08:37
Putin Distances Russia from Trump's Greenland Plan Amid US-Europe Rift
- •Russian President Vladimir Putin stated that Greenland's future is "none of our business" for Russia, despite US President Donald Trump's interest in acquiring the Arctic island.
- •Putin criticized Denmark's historical "colonial" and "harsh" treatment of Greenland but quickly dismissed its relevance to the current debate.
- •Moscow maintains a cautious, non-committal stance on Trump's ambitions, viewing it as an opportunity to exploit divisions within the Western alliance.
- •Trump reiterated his desire to "get Greenland" at the World Economic Forum in Davos, dismissing European objections and NATO's role in the Arctic.
- •Putin also addressed Trump's proposed "Board of Peace," stating Russia's foreign ministry is reviewing the initiative before responding.
Why It Matters: Putin distances Russia from Trump's Greenland plan, exploiting US-Europe tensions while maintaining strategic Arctic interest.
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