Putin warns of Arctic conflict amid U.S. Greenland claims

Vladimir Putin has expressed serious concerns regarding Donald Trump's intentions to annex Greenland, warning that the U.S. is poised to assert its geopolitical interests in the Arctic. During the International Arctic Forum, he emphasized that Russia is prepared to defend its interests in the region amid rising tensions with NATO, which he perceives as designating the Arctic as a potential conflict zone. Putin reiterated Russia's commitment to strengthening its military presence in the Arctic, citing historical ambitions of the U.S. to take control of Greenland. He dismissed the notion that Trump's comments were merely eccentric talk, highlighting the U.S.'s historical interest in the territory. Additionally, he noted that Russia will continue to bolster its military capabilities in response to NATO activities in the area. The geopolitical landscape in the Arctic is increasingly fraught, with both Russia and the U.S. preparing for potential conflicts over territorial claims and resources.