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Greenland Divides NATO: Trump's Insistence and the Risk of a Historic Rift

Published January 15, 2026, 19:19
Greenland Divides NATO: Trump's Insistence and the Risk of a Historic Rift

The NATO alliance is facing an unprecedented challenge due to US President Donald Trump's continued desire to acquire ownership of Greenland. This move limits NATO's ability to determine its future, especially as Russia and China increase their interest in the Arctic. A forceful takeover of Greenland by the US would be unprecedented and could lead to the dissolution or serious weakening of the alliance. Member states such as Denmark, Germany, France, Sweden, and Norway are responding with small military deployments to Greenland, as a sign of commitment to the region's security, while discussions to strengthen surveillance are underway.