US Secretary of State Marco Rubio gestures as he speaks during an end-of-year press conference in the State Department Press Briefing Room in Washington, DC on December 19, 2025.- AFP
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Firstpost08-01-2026, 08:06

Rubio to Discuss Greenland 'Takeover' Amid Trump's Arctic Threats

  • US Secretary of State Marco Rubio plans to meet Danish officials next week to discuss Greenland, following President Trump's threats to acquire the Arctic territory.
  • Denmark and Greenland view any US invasion as an end to the Western military alliance and post-WWII security, requesting an urgent meeting.
  • The White House, through Karoline Leavitt, confirmed Trump's long-standing intent to acquire Greenland for Arctic control against Russian and Chinese aggression, not ruling out military action.
  • France, via Jean-Noël Barrot, is working with European allies on a reaction if the US invades Greenland, while UK PM Keir Starmer emphasized Greenland's future is for its people and Denmark.
  • Trump, on Truth Social, criticized NATO allies for not paying their share but affirmed US commitment, despite European leaders rebuking the White House over Greenland's sovereignty.

Why It Matters: US seeks Greenland for Arctic control, sparking international concern and diplomatic efforts against potential military action.

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