Russia and China stated that activities near Greenland should not be an excuse for escalating the situation.

Spokesperson of the Russian Foreign Ministry: Certain "activities" by Russia and China near Greenland cannot be used as an excuse for the escalation of the situation

Sputnik Moscow, January 15 - The spokesperson of the Russian Foreign Ministry, Zarakhova, stated that Russia and China share the same position, that using certain "activities" by Moscow and Beijing near Greenland as an excuse for the current escalation of tensions around the island is unacceptable.

Zarakhova said at a press conference: "Our position is consistent with that of China, that using certain 'activities' by Moscow and Beijing near Greenland as an excuse for the current escalation of tensions around the island is unacceptable."

Zarakhova added that Russia is closely monitoring the situation around Greenland and believes that differences should be resolved through negotiations.

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