France and its partners are discussing steps to take if the US takes over Greenland
France and its European partners are preparing a joint response in case the United States carries out its threat to take over Greenland. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot specified that they will discuss the issue with the ministers of Germany and Poland.
According to him, any action against Greenland should be coordinated within the European Union.
In recent days, Trump has again expressed interest in Greenland, which he considers strategically important for US military policy. The White House has confirmed that it is discussing options, including the deployment of the army, although, according to Barret, Foreign Minister Marco Rubio has ruled out the possibility of an invasion.
However, concerns remain, especially after the recent US operation in Venezuela. Greenland, as an autonomous territory of Denmark, is not a member of NATO, but is of strategic importance to the Alliance.
Denmark and Greenland have emphasized that the island is not for sale. Danish leaders have also rejected Trump's claims about Russian and Chinese naval activity in the area. Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen has called for "more reasonable dialogue" instead of escalating tensions.
(reuters, max)