Why Trump’s dust-up with Europe over Greenland is a double-edged sword for Russia
CNN • • world
Key Points:
- Russia has long sought to divide the US and Europe, aiming to weaken Western alliances like NATO, which it views as obstacles to its territorial ambitions and influence.
- Kremlin commentators welcomed US President Donald Trump's controversial overtures toward Greenland, interpreting them as a potential blow to NATO unity and Western cohesion.
- Despite public jubilation among pro-Kremlin pundits, Moscow’s official response to the Greenland issue was muted and critical, accusing Trump of violating international law.
- Russia faces growing challenges as its traditional alliances weaken due to US and allied actions in the Middle East and Latin America, diminishing Moscow’s global influence.
- While Russia sees some alignment with the US on rejecting the post-WWII international order, Moscow is wary of the
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