French President Emmanuel Macron described the recent disagreement between the United States and Denmark over Greenland as a significant strategic alert for Europe. Speaking alongside Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen and Greenland’s Premier Múte Bourup Egede, Macron emphasized the need for Europe to strengthen its ability to act independently on the global stage.
Federico Santopinto, Senior Research Fellow at IRIS, told FRANCE 24 that Europe has faced several strategic challenges before but continues to rely heavily on the United States. He noted that each new crisis reveals persistent weaknesses in Europe’s capacity to coordinate and respond autonomously.
**Why this matters**
The dispute over Greenland highlights ongoing concerns about Europe’s strategic autonomy and defense capabilities. As global geopolitical tensions rise, the ability of European countries to act collectively without depending on the US is increasingly important for regional security and influence. This moment serves as a reminder for Europe to reassess and potentially strengthen its cooperation and defense frameworks.
Source: NewsData