France to launch Greenland consulate in ‘political signal’ to US
Washington’s threats to seize the strategic island have sparked a crisis among NATO states.

Washington’s threats to seize the strategic island have sparked a crisis among NATO states.








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White House says President Donald Trump still wants to buy Greenland, but has said military means are an option, too.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen says a US attack on Greenland would be the end of NATO.

Greenland’s leader says there’s no room for ‘threats, pressure, and talk of annexation’ after a new warning from the US.
Moscow has positioned nuclear-capable hypersonic missiles in Belarus as tensions rise in Europe.

Ben Aris talks about the meeting on Dec 28 between Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and US President Trump
UK plans to boost ranks of armed forces by offering young people paid military experience amid growing Russian threats.
Poland’s defence minister said Russian aircraft was ‘escorted’ from area and did not pose immediate security threat.
Legislation reflects Democrats’ efforts to seek tighter oversight of Trump administration’s military action.
Experts say a ceasefire deal is unlikely to be close, as many sticking points remain.
European leaders say they and US are committed to working together to provide ‘robust security guarantees’ for Ukraine.