No quick fix': Readers divided on Greenland threat and rejoining the EU

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"Many commenters backed the central premise, arguing that Trump's behaviour has exposed the risks of standing alone and underlined the need for Britain to align more closely with European allies. Supporters of closer integration said the UK and EU must act together in the face of US unpredictability, Russia's aggression and growing global instability. Several argued that rejoining the single market or customs union would be a pragmatic first step, strengthening economic resilience and diplomatic clout even if full EU membership remains a long-term prospect."

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