US EditionIf Europe doesn’t take Greenland security ‘more seriously,’ the U.S. will ‘do something about it,’ says Vance
Vice President JD Vance criticized Europe and Denmark for under-investing in Greenland's defense, stressing its key role in missile defense against Russian and Chinese threats.
- On Wednesday, US Vice-President JD Vance criticised Denmark and European leaders for under-investing in Greenland's defences and warned, `People do not realise that the entire missile defence infrastructure is partially dependent on Greenland`.
- Located between North America and the Arctic, Greenland is suited for early-warning missile systems and Arctic monitoring, while melting ice has increased interest in rare earth minerals, uranium, iron and possible oil and gas.
- The White House said Wednesday that US officials are "actively" discussing a potential offer to buy Greenland, while European leaders backed Denmark and Greenland, urging respect for sovereignty.
- Denmark warned such moves could spell the end of NATO, while European signatories urged upholding the UN Charter and collective NATO action, and Aaja Chemnitz condemned the US comments as a threat.
- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said he would hold talks with Denmark next week, while both Greenland and Denmark insist the island is not for sale amid mixed local reactions.
58 Articles
58 Articles
Vance warns Europe about Greenland; the US could take action if this strategic island is not protected in the Arctic
JD Vance Warns U.S. May Act if Europe Fails to Secure Greenland
Vice President JD Vance is putting pressure on Europe regarding the future of Greenland. Securing this strategic landmass is important not just for the United State’s national security and missile defense, but the entire world’s. If our European allies don’t start taking it seriously, then he warns that the United States will have to step in. Watch what VP Vance had to say here: Backup here, if needed: NOW – JD VANCE ON ACQUIRING GREENLAND: "We…
Advice to European leaders is to take US President seriously: JD Vance on Greenland - The Tribune
US Vice President JD Vance said on Thursday (local time) that the European leaders should take President Trump seriously on Greenland. Calling it important not only for American missile defence, but also the world missile defence, Vance said that Europe should take its security more seriously otherwise the US would have to 'do something about it'.
US Vice President Jay Dee Vance called on European leaders to take seriously Donald Trump's statements regarding Greenland.
The message delivered from the White House marks an official and firm re-activation of the American strategic interest for Greenland, which in the past seemed to be an unconventional proposal in a national security priority discussed at the highest level. In a recent press conference, JD Vance, Vice-President JD Vance launched an explicit warning to European leaders, noting the intention of President Donald Trump. The Washington's main argument …
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 47% of the sources lean Right
Factuality
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
