EU chief says Europe needs to abandon caution after US treasury secretary calls Denmark ‘irrelevant’ – Europe live

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 13 min read 100% complete by Jakub KrupaJanuary 21, 2026 at 11:40 AM
EU chief says Europe needs to abandon caution after US treasury secretary calls Denmark ‘irrelevant’ – Europe live

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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that Europe must become more assertive on the world stage, abandoning its traditional caution to address global challenges. Speaking at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, she emphasized the need for Europe to build its own power and become more independent in a world defined by "raw power." Von der Leyen reiterated that the future of Greenland should be decided solely by the Greenlanders, warning that US tariffs related to Greenland could damage relations. She also stressed the importance of continued support for Ukraine. These statements come amidst rising tensions after the US Treasury Secretary's comments about Denmark's relevance and as global leaders discuss the Greenland issue at Davos.

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greenland 90% european union 80% ukraine 70% us relations 70% sovereignty 60% nato 60% raw power 50% world order 50% tariffs 40%

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Center-Left (-0.40)
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Greenland

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