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Rutte: Ukraine Takes Priority Over Greenland

Published January 21, 2026, 12:21
Rutte: Ukraine Takes Priority Over Greenland

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte stated that the priority is not Greenland, but Ukraine, responding to previous statements by Donald Trump regarding the potential purchase of Greenland. He emphasized that managing the situation requires 'careful diplomacy'. Rutte highlighted the criticality of Ukraine for European and American security, calling on European allies to continue providing support to Ukraine, both economically and defensively. He expressed his confidence that European countries would assist the US if needed, and vice versa. However, he warned that Europe should not underestimate the need for defensive support to Ukraine, even if the Commission has secured significant loans. Rutte called on European allies to remain focused on supporting Ukraine, emphasizing that assistance is essential today, tomorrow, and in the future.