Russia watches US-European tensions over Greenland with some glee, gloating and wariness

Associated Press (AP) Political StrategyNews ReportEN 8 min read 100% complete by By  DASHA LITVINOVAJanuary 21, 2026 at 08:53 PM
Russia watches US-European tensions over Greenland with some glee, gloating and wariness
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Russia is observing tensions between the United States and Europe regarding Greenland with a mix of satisfaction, gloating, and caution. These tensions arose in January 2026, stemming from disagreements over US policy towards the territory. Protests against the US policy occurred in Nuuk, Greenland. The situation is viewed by Russia with some pleasure as it highlights potential divisions within NATO and the Western alliance. However, Russia also maintains a degree of wariness, likely due to the strategic implications of Greenland's location and the potential for increased military activity in the Arctic region.

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Russian officials, state-backed media and pro-Kremlin bloggers responded with a mixture of glee, gloating and wariness.

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Tensions simmered between the United States and Europe this week over President Donald Trump’s push to acquire Greenland.

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Others said it weakens the European Union and NATO.

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Some touted Trump’s move as historic.

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It takes some of the West’s attention away from Russia’s war in Ukraine.

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greenland 100% us-european tensions 90% russia 80% international relations 70% nato 60% foreign policy 60% donald trump 50% danish navy 40%

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