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Senators Warn: Greenland Invasion Risks NATO Collapse

1/11/2026

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Senator Christopher S. Murphy (D-Conn.) and Senator Mark Warner (D-Va.) warned that a U.S. invasion of Greenland could collapse NATO and trigger conflict in Europe.
Murphy said NATO would defend Greenland, risking U.S. involvement in war with European nations.
Warner noted Greenland's strategic value and warned annexation would destroy the alliance.
U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated his plan to acquire Greenland.
Top officials have not dismissed the use of force.

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Senator Christopher S. Murphy (D-Conn.) and Senator Mark Warner (D-Va.) warned that a U.S. invasion of Greenland could collapse NATO and trigger conflict in Europe.
Murphy said NATO would defend Greenland, risking U.S. involvement in war with European nations.
Warner noted Greenland's strategic value and warned annexation would destroy the alliance.
U.S. President Donald Trump reiterated his plan to acquire Greenland.
Top officials have not dismissed the use of force.