Hey there! Have you heard about Greenland? It’s the world’s largest island, and it’s covered in ice! 🧊 But recently, Russia has been feeling worried about what might be happening there.
What’s Going On?
A Russian diplomat named Artem Studennikov said that Russia is concerned about more military activity in Greenland. They are paying close attention because they want the Arctic region to stay peaceful and safe. 🌐
Why Does It Matter?
The Arctic is a special place. Many countries, including Russia, want to make sure it’s a zone of stability. Russia believes that any decisions about Greenland should be made by the people who live there, without outside interference.
A Bit of History
Did you know that in 2019, the United States expressed interest in buying Greenland? 🇺🇸 The former U.S. President, Donald Trump, talked about it, but Greenland’s leaders said, “No way! Greenland is not for sale and never will be.” 🛑
About Greenland
Greenland is a huge island with about 56,000 people. It used to be a colony of Denmark until 1953. Now, it has its own government and makes many of its own decisions, but Denmark still helps with foreign and defense policies.
Keeping the Arctic Peaceful
Russia wants the Arctic to remain a place where countries can work together without conflicts. They hope that everyone respects each other’s interests and focuses on keeping the region safe and stable.
What Do You Think?
It’s important for countries to work together and talk about their concerns. How do you think countries can keep places like the Arctic peaceful? 🤔
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Russia expresses concern over further militarization of Greenland
cgtn.com
