Russia Threatens Military Response Over U.S. Missile Defense in Greenland
Moscow has warned it will respond with “military measures” if the U.S. deploys its Golden Dome missile defense system to Greenland. The threat comes just days before the New START treaty expires, ending the last bilateral nuclear arms control agreement between the two powers.
Why it matters: This is the most direct Russian threat tied to Arctic militarization in years — and it’s timed to coincide with Trump’s push to expand U.S. missile coverage across NATO’s northern flank.
Quick Hits
- Germany’s Lufthansa confronts its Nazi past — as it marks 100 years.
- LA Olympics chair Casey Wasserman faces calls to resign — over Ghislaine Maxwell emails.
- Texas opens $1B school voucher program, — prioritizing low‑income and disabled students.
- Texas opens $1B school voucher program, — prioritizing low‑income and disabled students.
- Sen. Mitch McConnell hospitalized — with flu‑like symptoms, prognosis “positive.”
What to Watch Today
- Ukraine’s blackout crisis may force concessions at the peace talks — or harden Kyiv’s resolve.
- Russia’s Arctic threat could trigger a U.S. military posture shift — especially if Greenland deployment proceeds.
- ICE’s Olympic footprint may spark further international backlash — especially if agents are seen outside diplomatic zones.
- Illinois’ rewilding law could inspire copycat legislation in other states — or face pushback from developers.
By The Numbers
Kyiv buildings without heat amid energy crisis.
ICE contract value tied to Capgemini’s divestment.
Illinois becomes first state to pass a rewilding law.
Days until New START treaty expires.
Bottom Line
The world is bracing for three simultaneous escalations: U.S.–Russia tensions over Greenland, Ukraine–Russia peace talks under blackout pressure, and ICE’s global footprint sparking Olympic outrage in Italy. Meanwhile, Illinois quietly passes a landmark environmental law, and DHS agents face renewed scrutiny after new footage of the Alex Pretti killing surfaces.