Front Burner Is Europe ready for the Greenland fight?
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Jan 21, 2026 Michaela Kuefner, Chief Political Editor at DW News, discusses pressing European political dynamics from Davos. She analyzes Mark Carney's warning of economic 'rupture' and the implications for Canada-Europe ties amid U.S. tariff threats related to Greenland. Kuefner also explores the EU's new anti-coercion measures and the challenges posed by member states like Hungary. With insights into Macron's limitations and Germany's far-right rise, she emphasizes the need for Europe to shift from reactive responses to proactive strategies amidst a shifting geopolitical landscape.
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Use The Anti-Coercion 'Bazooka'
- The EU can deploy its anti-coercion instrument to retaliate without full member unanimity.
- The Commission could target tariffs, services or restrict US firms in procurement as tailored responses.
Unity Is Hard But Emerging
- EU unity is historically rare, with holdouts like Hungary resisting measures that anger the U.S.
- Yet there is growing recognition that Europe must change its posture toward strategic independence.
German Recon Mission To Greenland
- Germany sent 15 soldiers to Greenland on a short reconnaissance mission as a symbolic commitment.
- The deployment signaled willingness to put boots on the ground, though not to confront the U.S. militarily.