NATO Presence in Greenland Gains Support Amid Rising Arctic Tensions

European leaders push for NATO deployment to counter Russian and Chinese activity as climate change opens Arctic routes.

FDP politician Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann advocates for NATO troops in Greenland, citing strategic importance due to melting ice and Arctic access by Russian and Chinese vessels.
Greenland's location is seen as critical for monitoring Russian nuclear submarines, with German Bundeswehr expertise highlighted as a potential contribution.
The EU defense summit discussed integrating existing U.S. military facilities in Greenland into broader NATO structures to strengthen Arctic defense.
U.S. President Donald Trump's past claims on Greenland, including potential military action, have heightened European concerns and calls for collective security measures.
Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark, faces upcoming elections focused on independence, economic development, and foreign influence concerns.