Kathmandu. Eight European countries supporting Greenland have conducted a joint military exercise. This was announced in a joint statement issued by the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, and the United Kingdom participated in the exercise.
The joint statement said: “As NATO members, we are committed to strengthening the security of the Arctic region, keeping in mind shared transatlantic interests. The previously coordinated ‘Arctic Endurance’ exercise is a Danish-led drill conducted in collaboration with allies to address this need. It does not pose a threat to anyone.”
The statement further added: “We stand in full solidarity with the people of Denmark and Greenland. Building on the process that began last week, we are prepared for dialogue based on the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity, which we firmly support.”
On Saturday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 10% tariff on these eight countries. Regarding the tariffs, the statement noted: “Tariff threats undermine transatlantic relations and increase the risk of deteriorating ties. We will remain united and coordinated in our response. We are committed to maintaining our sovereignty.”
U.S. President Trump has repeatedly emphasized his desire to acquire Greenland. He has made several statements in this regard, which have been opposed by many European countries, including Denmark.
Trump has argued that Greenland is essential for U.S. national security, claiming that if the United States does not take control of Greenland, China and Russia will.
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