11.02.2026 14:10
Russia announced that it would respond militarily if Greenland is militarized; this development further escalated the already rising geopolitical tensions in the Arctic, which had been heightened by former President Trump's suggestion to annex the territory.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Moscow would respond with military-technical steps if the West increases its military presence in Greenland or militarizes the island. This statement came at a time when the U.S. has increased its strategic interest in Greenland, escalating geopolitical tensions in the Arctic.
TRUMP'S "LOVE" FOR GREENLAND CONTINUES U.S. President Donald Trump has long described Greenland as a critical area for the country due to its strategic importance and keeps the idea of taking control of or purchasing the island in the public agenda. The Trump administration has indicated that negotiations should be held to purchase Greenland from Denmark, having previously expressed this idea multiple times. Trump argues that Greenland is an "absolute necessity" for U.S. national security, suggesting that the Atlantic defense needs to be strengthened in a world facing challenges such as pandemics and climate change.
THE COUNTRY HAS GEOPOLITICAL SIGNIFICANCE Although Greenland is an autonomous region of the Kingdom of Denmark, it holds great geopolitical importance for both the U.S. and Russia due to its strategic location in the Arctic. Trump's insistence on controlling Greenland and Washington's proposals to purchase the island have been firmly rejected by Denmark and regional leaders, stating that "Greenland is not for sale."
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov MOSCOW HAS ISSUED A WARNING Russia's recent statement is being evaluated in light of the increasing military and diplomatic pressure from the U.S. The Kremlin clearly states that it will protect its security interests in the face of U.S. efforts to expand its military presence in the Arctic. Moscow's statement serves as a response not only to the potential militarization of Greenland but also to perceived threats to the strategic balance in the region.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced that Moscow would respond with military-technical measures if Western countries increase their military presence in Greenland or militarize the island. This statement has escalated tensions in the North Atlantic region.
LAVROV'S STRONG MESSAGE Speaking to the State Duma, Lavrov said, "Of course, we will take appropriate countermeasures if Greenland is militarized and military capabilities are deployed there, including military-technical measures." The Russian minister emphasized that these steps would be implemented if deemed necessary by Moscow.