Russia Reacts to Trump’s Greenland Claims, Citing ‘Military Threat’

Andrey Kartapolov, Head of the State Duma Defense Committee of Russia, stated that the potential incorporation of Greenland into the United States poses a military threat to Russia, as it could serve as a strategic base for the US in a hypothetical future intercontinental conflict.

This was reported by RIA Novosti , citing Kartapolov.

"Undoubtedly, it does [pose a military threat]. Greenland holds a significant position in the Arctic and provides direct access to the region, which is not the best scenario for us. Nothing is impossible in this world; in a hypothetical future intercontinental conflict, it would serve as a strong foothold for America," Kartapolov stated.

On January 7, US President-elect Donald Trump stated that he would not dismiss the possibility of using military or economic measures to acquire the Danish overseas territory of Greenland after assuming office on January 20.

Denmark responded to Trump's remarks by firmly stating that Greenland is not for sale. While Denmark has maintained control over Greenland for centuries, its 57,000 residents now manage their own domestic affairs.