NATO crisis over Greenland has intensified sharply, pushing the transatlantic alliance into what experts describe as its most serious internal challenge in 75 years. The crisis erupted after reports that eight European nations deployed troops to Greenland, following repeated threats by former US President Donald Trump regarding American control of the strategically critical Arctic territory. In response, Trump has warned of imposing 10% tariffs on NATO allies including Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, and Finland starting February 1, with a threat to raise tariffs to 25% by June if resistance continues. Greenland Dispute Sparks NATO Crisis Over Greenland Greenland, an autonomous territory under Denmark, has been a NATO-linked strategic asset since the Cold War. Denmark has been a founding NATO member since 1949 and fought alongside the US in Afghanistan. The island has hosted a US military base since the 1950s, highlighting its importance in Arctic security. Trump has argued that Greenland is essential to protect US interests against China and Russia’s growing Arctic presence, a claim that has alarmed European allies and triggered the current NATO crisis over Greenland. NATO’s Article 5 Faces Unprecedented Strain The situation has raised fundamental questions about NATO’s Article 5, the alliance’s collective defense clause. US Republican Congressman Michael McCaul warned that any American military action against Greenland could effectively undermine Article 5, opening the door to a confrontation between the US and its own NATO allies. Analysts say such a scenario would be unprecedented and could permanently damage NATO’s credibility. What the NATO Crisis Over Greenland Means for India As NATO unity weakens, the geopolitical fallout could significantly affect India’s strategic interests. Potential Strategic Gains for India A weakening NATO could reduce Western collective pressure, giving India more flexibility in maintaining ties with Russia and Iran. India has long supported a multipolar world order, and a diluted US-centric alliance structure aligns with New Delhi’s worldview. Since NATO’s primary adversary is Russia, the NATO crisis over Greenland could also ease diplomatic pressure on India-Russia defense and energy cooperation. Economic groupings like BRICS may gain greater relevance, strengthening India’s leadership role in the Global South. Possible Risks for India However, NATO remains the backbone of European security. Its weakening could lead to regional conflicts, economic instability, and supply-chain disruptions—factors that may impact India’s trade, investments, and energy markets. There are also concerns that reduced Western unity could embolden China, particularly in the Indo-Pacific region, increasing strategic challenges for India. A Balanced Outcome for India Experts agree that the NATO crisis over Greenland presents both opportunities and risks for India. While strategic space may expand in a multipolar world, instability and China’s potential assertiveness remain serious concerns. India continues to support international law, stability, and rules-based global order. As NATO navigates this crisis, New Delhi is expected to pursue a cautious, interest-driven approach. Pls Read : Bangladesh Government Releases Data on Minority Violence Reports 645 Post navigation Bangladesh Government Releases Data on Minority Violence Reports 645 Incidents in 2025 Why China’s 2027 Power Shift Matters: Xi Jinping, CCP Congress and Succession Buzz