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Greenland is a European territory, says French foreign minister

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Posted on June 15, 2025

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PARIS (Reuters) -Greenland is a European territory and it is normal that Europe and France show their interest, French Foreign Minister Jean Noel Barrot told RTL radio on Sunday when asked about

Greenland is a European territory, says French foreign minister

PARIS (Reuters) -Greenland is a European territory and it is normal that Europe and France show their interest, French Foreign Minister Jean Noel Barrot told RTL radio on Sunday when asked about French President Emmanuel Macron's visit to the Arctic island.

Macron visits Greenland on Sunday, in a show of solidarity with Denmark that is meant to send a signal of European resolve after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to take over the island.

(Reporting by Dominique Vidalon and Gilles GuillaumeEditing by David Goodman)

Key Takeaways

Greenland is considered a European territory by France.
French Foreign Minister Jean Noel Barrot made the statement.
Macron's visit to Greenland shows solidarity with Denmark.
The visit is a response to Trump's interest in Greenland.
Europe and France aim to demonstrate unity and resolve.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did the French Foreign Minister say about Greenland?

French Foreign Minister Jean Noel Barrot stated that Greenland is a European territory and it's normal for Europe and France to show interest.

Why did Macron visit Greenland?

Macron visited Greenland to show solidarity with Denmark and to signal European resolve in light of U.S. President Trump's threats regarding the island.

What was the context of the French Foreign Minister's remarks?

The remarks were made during an interview on RTL radio when asked about France's interest in Greenland amidst geopolitical tensions.

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