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EU Leaders Deliberate on Defense Strategy Amid Rising U.S. Tensions

During a pivotal summit, EU leaders discuss defense policy, trade conflicts with the U.S., and territorial disagreements.
Leaders of the European Union convened in Brussels to address defense policy in light of escalating threats, particularly from Russia.

However, much of the attention was drawn to the United States, as President Donald Trump's trade conflicts and his controversial assertion regarding Greenland became focal points.

EU leaders reiterated their dedication to safeguarding Greenland, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen warning of reprisals should the U.S. impose unjust tariffs on the EU. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk emphasized the importance of steering clear of a trade war while advocating for increased flexibility in defense spending to tackle the intensifying threat from Russia.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz expressed support for more adaptable defense financing but dismissed the notion of creating joint EU debt for defense initiatives.

Regarding Greenland, European Council President António Costa affirmed that the EU would uphold Denmark’s territorial integrity.

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte proposed that NATO could secure Greenland with the support of Arctic partners.

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen echoed the calls for greater collaboration in the Arctic region.

The summit also addressed the divisions within the EU regarding military expenditure and arms procurement, with nations like France pushing for a 'Buy European' initiative.

In an unusual development, U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer joined the dinner segment of the summit, marking the first instance of such participation since Brexit.

Von der Leyen also expressed a readiness to engage in discussions for enhanced security and defense cooperation with the U.K.
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