The Latest Breaking News from Arctic

Donald Trump orders military to plan Greenland invasion. Generals are alarmed by 'crazy and illegal' directive. NATO faces existential threat as diplomatic crisis deepens.

Germany is increasing its Arctic commitments after the US president threatened to seize Greenland, sparking a diplomatic crisis with Europe.

The Government has played down reports British troops could be sent to Greenland as part of a Nato mission.

British officials have held discussions with counterparts in Germany and France in recent days

Trump vows US will seize Greenland to block China and Russia, citing Arctic threats and stressing ownership is vital for defence.

Trump's renewed focus on Greenland raises questions over oil and mineral wealth, with critics pointing to investor interests linked to Bezos and Gates as Arctic resources gain value.

Donald Trump and his senior officials insist that Greenland must become part of the US. This is for national security purposes, they say, maintaining that Denmark, of which Greenland is a constituent part, is not investing enough in defending the strategically vital region beyond – as the US president put…

Donald Trump dismisses international law in his bid to acquire Greenland, citing security concerns, as JD Vance criticises Europe and warns of Russia and China threats.

Forecasts suggest that global heating could create a shortcut from Asia to North America, and new routes for trading, shipping – and attack, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff