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Danish MP Warns U.S. Greenland Invasion Could Spark War

1/21/2026

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Rasmus Jarlov (Danish MP) said a U.S. invasion of Greenland would amount to war, reflecting Denmark's concerns about U.S. President Donald Trump's threats.
U.S. President Donald Trump argues that acquiring Greenland is vital for U.S. national security, despite more than 200 years of Danish control.
His position faces opposition from NATO allies in Europe.
Kay Bailey Hutchison, former U.S. ambassador to NATO, discussed implications for U.S. relations with allies.

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Rasmus Jarlov (Danish MP) said a U.S. invasion of Greenland would amount to war, reflecting Denmark's concerns about U.S. President Donald Trump's threats.
U.S. President Donald Trump argues that acquiring Greenland is vital for U.S. national security, despite more than 200 years of Danish control.
His position faces opposition from NATO allies in Europe.
Kay Bailey Hutchison, former U.S. ambassador to NATO, discussed implications for U.S. relations with allies.