Russian President Vladimir Putin warned the US that it would not allow any “encroachments” by NATO in the Arctic as President Trump continues his “serious” quest to acquire Greenland.
Speaking before the Arctic Forum in Russia on Thursday, Putin said the world should not take Trump’s comments lightly and claimed Moscow would be ready to protect its interests in the Arctic if NATO nations expand their territory in the region.
“We will not allow encroachments on the sovereignty of our country and will reliably protect our national interests,” Putin said.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that Russia will be ready if the US and NATO-member nations move in on the Arctic. via REUTERS
While the Russian strongman said that Greenland itself was not a concern,
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