International Affairs

Putin’s Greenland Price Tag Reveals More Than Just Numbers: A Test of America’s Resolve

By National Security Desk | January 22, 2026

As Vladimir Putin puts a dollar figure on Greenland, the stakes go beyond territory—this is a test of American national sovereignty and strategic willpower.

When Russian President Vladimir Putin sets a price tag between $200 million and $1 billion on Greenland, he isn’t just haggling over geography; he is testing the United States’ commitment to its own strategic interests and sovereignty. It may seem like an echo from history—the sale of Alaska in the 19th century—but make no mistake, this unfolding story has modern implications that touch directly on America's security and economic future. Is America Willing to Stand Firm on Its Strategic Interests? Putin reminds us that Russia once sold Alaska for $7.2 million—viewed then as “crazy” by many in Washington but now...

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