The MeidasTouch Podcast Furious France Prepares War Plan Against US Invasion
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Jan 8, 2026 In a surprising twist, France is drafting war plans in case the U.S. invades Greenland. Host Ben Meiselas dives into Denmark's historical 'shoot first' engagement policy, echoing concerns about U.S. actions. Emmanuel Macron strongly asserts Greenland's Danish sovereignty, while France condemns U.S. military actions at the UN. The podcast also explores the contrasting opinions on NATO's unity and discusses U.S. motives regarding Venezuela's resources, revealing a complex geopolitical landscape.
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Europe Coordinates Response To Greenland Threat
- European powers coordinated covert plans to respond if the U.S. attempted to take Greenland.
- Ben Meiselas frames this as a severe diplomatic rupture with NATO and an unprecedented threat of conflict.
Denmark's 'Shoot First' Defense Rule
- Denmark's 1952 rule obliges soldiers to counterattack immediately if an invasion occurs.
- Meiselas highlights Denmark's stance as a literal shoot-first warning toward any U.S. action on Greenland.
Macron Rejects U.S. Violation Of Danish Sovereignty
- Emmanuel Macron publicly rejected any U.S. move to violate Danish sovereignty over Greenland.
- Meiselas uses Macron's remarks to show France's firm diplomatic opposition to U.S. seizure of territory.