Trump’s Push to Take Greenland Holds Promise and Peril for Putin

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 5 min read 100% complete by Paul SonneJanuary 23, 2026 at 07:57 PM

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A news analysis published on January 23, 2026, examines the implications of President Trump's aggressive foreign policy, specifically his pursuit of Greenland, for Russian President Vladimir Putin. While Russia initially benefited from Trump's actions that weakened Western alliances, analysts suggest a transactional United States wielding unchecked power poses challenges to Putin, who is accustomed to being the sole actor engaging in such behavior. The article suggests that Trump's actions could potentially undermine Putin's influence on the global stage. The analysis highlights the possibility of Trump "out-Putin[ing]" Putin, creating a competitive dynamic where the United States, with its superior power, could overshadow Russia in a world without established rules.

Key Entities & Roles

Key Player Opposition Context

European Union 30% Washington ×240% NATO 40% Moscow 40% White House National Security Council 50% Fiona Hill ×360% Greenland ×270% United States ×580% Russia ×680% Donald Trump ×890% Vladimir V. Putin ×890%

Keywords

us-russia relations 90% vladimir putin 80% donald trump 80% geopolitics 70% unchecked power 70% greenland 60% global influence 60% military power 50% unipolar world 50%