Russia cheers Trump's Greenland wish

Russian state‑aligned newspapers have been singing the praises of former US President Donald Trump’s 2019 proposal to buy Greenland, portraying it as a clever challenge to Europe’s influence. Steve Rosenberg argues the enthusiasm is less about genuine interest and more about exposing what Moscow sees as a Western weakness, using the Greenland saga to sow doubt across the continent and to rally domestic support.

For Europeans and global observers, the Russian spin reveals how disinformation can be weaponised, reminding readers to scrutinise media narratives and consider the broader power play behind seemingly quirky foreign‑policy ideas.

The episode underscores how Russia seeks to exploit Western missteps to undermine confidence in EU cohesion, potentially influencing public opinion and diplomatic relations across the continent and future policy decisions.