Friday, January 16, 2026

European Troops Arrive in Greenland

Talks among representatives of Denmark, Greenland and the U.S. highlighted "fundamental disagreement" over the future of the Arctic island.

Posted by Corky at 10:31 AM | 15 COMMENTS | permalink

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Troops from several European countries continued to arrive in Greenland on Thursday in a show of support for Denmark as talks between representatives of Denmark, Greenland and the U.S. highlighted "fundamental disagreement" over the future of the Arctic island. https://to.pbs.org/3Lfqq1C

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-- PBS News (@pbsnews.org) Jan 15, 2026 at 3:33 PM

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"The troop movements were intended to portray unity among Europeans and send a signal to President Donald Trump that an American takeover of Greenland is not necessary as NATO together can safeguard the security of the Arctic region amid rising Russian and Chinese interest.

The European troops did little to dissuade Trump.

Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen welcomed the continuation of "dialogue and diplomacy."

"Greenland is not for sale," he said Thursday. "Greenland does not want to be owned by the United States. Greenland does not want to be governed from the United States. Greenland does not want to be part of the United States."

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"Maya Martinsen, 21, said it was "comforting to know that the Nordic countries are sending reinforcements" because Greenland is a part of Denmark and NATO.

The dispute, she said, is not about "national security" but rather about "the oils and minerals that we have that are untouched."

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History, if we have any, will prolly be stupified by these Gangster Take-Over Attempts.

#1 | Posted by Corky at 2026-01-15 08:43 PM

The European troops did little to dissuade Trump.

Posted by Corky

These NATO troops are simply upholding NATO defense obligations.

They are trained to fight invaders.

That's what we will be.

Who is the first American serviceman to be killed by German troops since 1945?

#2 | Posted by Zed at 2026-01-16 08:12 AM

Greenland would welcome US investment, but no one wants Orange Adolph in charge anywhere.

According to polls, not even in this country.

#3 | Posted by Corky at 2026-01-16 11:00 AM

"Danish Message to USA about Greenland!"

www.youtube.com

YT short (funny/sad)

#4 | Posted by Corky at 2026-01-16 11:31 AM

Democratic Penguins Republic - Greenland (Official Music Video)

www.youtube.com

2 mins

The walrus seal commander with the cigar got me! Fun stuff.

#5 | Posted by Corky at 2026-01-16 11:47 AM

It was 37 soldiers, the US has more than 200 in Greenland.

This is a stupid thread.

#6 | Posted by oneironaut at 2026-01-16 11:50 AM

This is a stupid thread.

#6 | Posted by oneironaut at 2026-01-16 11:50 AM | Reply | Flag:

it certainly is once you show up.

#7 | Posted by Alexandrite at 2026-01-16 11:53 AM

#6

Stupid post from Dumb and Dumber; it's the thought that counts, not the numbers.

You are the Worst Fake Liberal Ever.

#8 | Posted by Corky at 2026-01-16 11:53 AM

It was 37 soldiers

#6 | Posted by oneironaut

That ANY are required is an humiliation to the United States.

NATO is playing a game of chicken with Trump. The hope is that he'll TACO out.

If he doesn't, shots will be fired and people will be killed.

By the way, it's SO obvious you aren't an American.

If you want me to describe in detail what you obviously are, just say.

#9 | Posted by Zed at 2026-01-16 12:26 PM

@#9 ... That ANY are required is an humiliation to the United States. ...

Agree.

#10 | Posted by LampLighter at 2026-01-16 02:26 PM

Trump says he could impose tariffs on countries that oppose his goal of acquiring Greenland
www.nbcnews.com

... Officials from Greenland and Denmark, which controls the semi-autonomous territory, as well as a host of major U.S. allies, have rejected Trump's push. ...

#11 | Posted by LampLighter at 2026-01-16 02:27 PM

"Trump says he could impose tariffs on countries that oppose his goal of acquiring Greenland"

Any Trumpers want to chime in on who pays tariffs???

#12 | Posted by Danforth at 2026-01-16 02:38 PM

"Trump says he could impose tariffs on countries that oppose his goal of acquiring Greenland"

Europe will fire sale UST bonds and refuse to buy more, cratering the US economy for a generation.

#13 | Posted by dibblda at 2026-01-16 04:07 PM

@#2 ... Who is the first American serviceman to be killed by German troops since 1945? ...

When was the last time you heard, ~Germany is sending in its troops~ and viewed that comment as a good thing?

In this instance, I would say, that, yes. It can be a good thing.

#14 | Posted by LampLighter at 2026-01-17 01:43 AM

Who is the first American serviceman to be killed by German troops since 1945? ..

You know, of course, this is only symbolic.

They are only sending 13 German Soldiers.

I think one Marine can handle all of them. If need be.

#15 | Posted by donnerboy at 2026-01-17 10:35 AM

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