European commissioner says US military takeover of Greenland would be end of NATO
Summary
European Commissioner for Defence and Space Andrius Kubilius warned that a US military takeover of Greenland would signify the end of NATO and that EU member states are obligated to assist Denmark in case of military aggression.
Key Points
- European Commissioner Andrius Kubilius stated that US military takeover of Greenland would mark the end of NATO.
- The US President Donald Trump has suggested owning Greenland to prevent Russian or Chinese influence.
- Greenland, part of the Kingdom of Denmark, is not for sale according to Denmark and Greenland authorities.
- EU Treaty article 42.7 obliges member states to aid Denmark if it faces military aggression.
