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Russia Threatens Military Action Over U.S. Greenland Defense

2/7/2026

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On February 4, 2026, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov warned that Russia may respond militarily to the U.S. Golden Dome missile defense plans in Greenland.
The remarks came ahead of the New START treaty's expiration, which limits nuclear arsenals.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced ongoing technical discussions with Denmark and Greenland on Arctic security to address U.S. control over Greenland amid tensions with Russia and China.

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On February 4, 2026, Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov warned that Russia may respond militarily to the U.S. Golden Dome missile defense plans in Greenland.
The remarks came ahead of the New START treaty's expiration, which limits nuclear arsenals.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced ongoing technical discussions with Denmark and Greenland on Arctic security to address U.S. control over Greenland amid tensions with Russia and China.