Foreign Policy

Why the U.S. Must Assert Arctic Sovereignty Over Greenland Now

By National Security Desk | January 7, 2026

As global competition heats up in the Arctic, Washington must stop hesitating and take decisive action to secure Greenland—America’s frontline for Arctic security and national sovereignty.

Greenland, a vast landmass shrouded in ice and home to resilient communities, sits at the crossroads of an escalating geopolitical contest that directly impacts American security. While European leaders insist "Greenland belongs to its people," the reality is that this strategic Arctic island lies squarely within America's sphere of interest—an essential outpost for defending our northern frontier against rising global threats. Why Does Greenland Matter to America? More than two-thirds of Greenland is within the Arctic Circle, a region rapidly transforming due to climate change and increased military activity from near-peer competitors like China and Russia. The island's location off...

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