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Starmer, Trump Discuss Greenland, Ukraine, and Venezuela

1/8/2026

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On January 7, 2026, Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump about a joint operation to intercept the Marinera tanker, developments in Ukraine, and U.S. actions in Venezuela.
Starmer reaffirmed Denmark's Greenland stance, saying its future should not be dictated by external parties.
Trump expressed interest in Greenland for defense purposes.

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On January 7, 2026, Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump about a joint operation to intercept the Marinera tanker, developments in Ukraine, and U.S. actions in Venezuela.
Starmer reaffirmed Denmark's Greenland stance, saying its future should not be dictated by external parties.
Trump expressed interest in Greenland for defense purposes.