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Keir Starmer could send troops to Greenland as part of NATO mission
Summary
Officials say Sir Keir Starmer discussed NATO plans to bolster Arctic deterrence and that military planners are drawing up options for operations in Greenland.
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Sir Keir Starmer has discussed NATO action in the Arctic, including the possibility of British forces taking part in operations around Greenland. The discussions followed calls with US President Donald Trump, Denmark's prime minister and other alliance leaders. Downing Street said NATO needed to 'step up' in the High North to deter Russia, and the Foreign Office said the UK is committed to working with allies on Arctic defence. According to reporting, military planners are drawing up options for a possible NATO presence on Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark.
What is known:
- Sir Keir held calls with President Trump and other NATO leaders about Arctic security.
- Downing Street and the Foreign Office said NATO should bolster deterrence in the High North to deter Russia.
- Military chiefs are reportedly drawing up options for a NATO mission in Greenland; any operational decisions and timeline are undetermined at this time.
Summary:
The reporting indicates NATO allies are exploring measures to strengthen security in the Arctic and that the UK is part of those discussions. Undetermined at this time.
