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Podcast: Closer Look
Episode: Yes, Canada does need to prepare for possibility of U.S. military action
Description: U.S. President Donald Trump appears determined to take over Greenland — “one way or the other,” as he recently put it.Trump has justified his ambitions by arguing that the strategically located Arctic island, which is part of Denmark, should not be allowed to fall under the control of Russia or China.Prime Minister Mark Carney has spoken out against Trump’s “escalation,” saying Greenland’s future security can best be safeguarded by NATO.But for Canada, another question hangs over the unfolding drama: If Trump is floating the idea of possible military action to acqu...