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Discussions on Collective Defence and International Reactions

According to reports in the Telegraph, NATO countries have discussed the possibility of sending troops to Greenland in response to US President Donald Trump’s threat to use the military to take control of the Danish island. Germany, along with other European allies, participated in informal talks on how NATO forces might react should Trump follow through on his threats.

Invocation of NATO Article 5

Questions were raised about the possibility of invoking Article 5 of the North Atlantic Alliance’s collective defence clause in the event of an American invasion of a NATO member state. This article provides that an attack against one member is considered an attack against all members of the alliance.

Trump’s Statements and International Reactions

After his re-election, Trump reiterated that the United States will gain control of the autonomous region of Denmark, even by force, for reasons of ‘national security’. Greenland is seen as a strategic point in the Arctic, where Russia and China have a significant presence. Furthermore, Trump sent his son, Donald Jr., to Greenland to explore the situation.

Responses from Denmark and Greenland

Denmark reiterated that Greenland ‘is not for sale’. However, the Prime Minister of the autonomous territory, Múte Bourup Egede, stated that the United States should talk directly with Greenland if it wants to discuss the future of the island. Egede acknowledged the population’s concern about Trump’s threats.

Possible Independence Referendum

Erik Jensen, leader of the Social Democrats in Siumut, favourites in the upcoming elections on 11 March, suggested the possibility of a referendum in which Greenlanders could vote to declare themselves independent from Denmark.

Implications for Security and International Policy

NATO now faces a complex situation, considering the security implications of Trump’s actions and the possibility of having to invoke Article 5 of the collective defence clause. Members of the alliance must balance international threats with maintaining political and diplomatic stability.

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