Starmer Calls Out Trump's Pressure Tactics Over Greenland

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer accused U.S. President Donald Trump of using critical comments about the UK's Chagos Islands deal with Mauritius to apply pressure on Britain regarding its stance on Greenland. The critique marked a departure from Trump's previous position, conveying ulterior motives tied to geopolitical strategy.


Devdiscourse News Desk | London | Updated: 21-01-2026 17:47 IST | Created: 21-01-2026 17:47 IST
Starmer Calls Out Trump's Pressure Tactics Over Greenland
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In a dramatic turn of events, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has accused U.S. President Donald Trump of strategic arm-twisting. The dispute centers around Trump's recent criticism of the UK's agreement with Mauritius over the Chagos Islands—a marked shift from Trump's stance last year.

Starmer, addressing parliament on Wednesday, stated that Trump's remarks were strategically deployed to pressure Britain concerning its future stance on Greenland. The comments were explicitly intended to challenge Starmer and the UK over their geopolitical values and principles.

This political maneuver underscores the complex diplomatic relations and strategic alliances involving the UK, the U.S., and regions like Greenland, highlighting the intricate chess game of international diplomacy.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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