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UK's Starmer says Greenland's future not for others to decide

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Posted on January 5, 2026

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· Last updated: January 20, 2026

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LONDON, Jan 5 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday that no one other than Greenland and Denmark should decide the future of Greenland, responding to remarks by U.S. President

Starmer: Greenland's Future is Greenland and Denmark's Choice

LONDON, Jan 5 (Reuters) - British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday that no one other than Greenland and Denmark should decide the future of Greenland, responding to remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump about acquiring the vast territory.

"Let me be really clear about Greenland, the future for Greenland is for Greenland [and] the Kingdom of Denmark," Starmer told Sky News.

Sky reported that when asked about Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen telling Trump to stop threatening Greenland, Starmer said: "I stand with her"

(Reporting by Sam Tabahriti; Writing by Catarina Demony; Editing by William James)

Key Takeaways

  • Keir Starmer emphasizes Greenland's sovereignty.
  • Starmer supports Denmark's stance against Trump's remarks.
  • Greenland's future should be decided by Greenland and Denmark.
  • UK aligns with Denmark on Greenland's sovereignty.
  • Starmer's comments follow Trump's acquisition interest.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main topic?
The article discusses UK PM Keir Starmer's stance that Greenland's future should be decided by Greenland and Denmark, not external parties.
What did Keir Starmer say about Greenland?
Starmer stated that Greenland's future is for Greenland and Denmark to decide, in response to Trump's acquisition remarks.
How did Starmer respond to Denmark's PM?
Starmer expressed support for Danish PM Mette Frederiksen's stance against Trump's threats regarding Greenland.

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