We can distract the Canuckiatanis for awhile by forcing them to play football on a 100 yard field with normal-sized end zones
At least one of those things is actually happening. https://www.sportsnet.ca/cfl/articl...ules-field-changes-starting-with-2026-season/
OMG. I had no idea how screwy their rules were. Like South Park came up with it in a Canadian episode. Starting next season, teams will no longer be able to win games with a single off a missed field goal that sails through the end zone. No points will be awarded for errant field goals, punts or kickoffs that go through the end zone — either in the air or via a bounce. If a returner fields a missed field goal, punt or kickoff in the end zone and either kneels or is tackled in the end zone trying to forward the ball, a single will be awarded.
Funny enough the heritage foundation wrote in 2012 the necesity of US bases in Europe for USA security, but in the 2020ies takes a completely opposite stance by putting those bases at risk. https://www.heritage.org/defense/report/keeping-america-safe-why-us-bases-europe-remain-vital
36255 Austrian NATO official threatens to seize all US bases in Europe if US invades Greenland Daily Express US 6 hours ago Gunther Fehlinger, Austria's NATO committee chair, issued a fiery warning to the U.S. if it attempted to take over Greenland.
Importance of European Harbors for the U.S. Navy Strategic Logistics European harbors serve as crucial logistical hubs for the U.S. Navy. They facilitate the arrival of military forces and equipment, especially for operations in Eastern Europe. Key ports like Gdynia, Rotterdam, and Antwerpen-Zeebrugge are integral for transporting troops and supplies. Military Operations These ports enable rapid deployment and support of U.S. military operations. For instance, Gdynia has been a significant point for arms shipments to Ukraine and the movement of military vehicles. The U.S. Navy frequently docks in these ports for maintenance and logistical purposes, enhancing operational readiness. Importance of European Mediterranean Harbors for the U.S. Navy Strategic Significance Geopolitical Influence: Mediterranean harbors are crucial for the U.S. Navy as they provide access to Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. This region is vital for U.S. foreign policy and military strategy. Operational Flexibility: The presence of U.S. naval forces in Mediterranean harbors allows for rapid deployment and response to international crises, enhancing military readiness. Support for NATO Operations Collective Security: U.S. naval bases in the Mediterranean support NATO operations, ensuring a united front against potential threats, particularly from Russia. Joint Exercises: The U.S. Navy conducts joint exercises with NATO allies in the Mediterranean, improving interoperability and readiness among allied forces. Logistics and Supply Supply Lines: Mediterranean harbors serve as key logistical hubs for resupplying naval forces, facilitating the transport of equipment and personnel. Maintenance and Repair: These harbors provide essential facilities for the maintenance and repair of naval vessels, ensuring operational efficiency. Historical Context Long-standing Presence: The U.S. Navy has maintained a significant presence in the Mediterranean since World War II, reflecting its ongoing strategic importance. Deterrence: The U.S. Navy's ability to operate from Mediterranean harbors acts as a deterrent against adversarial actions in the region, reinforcing U.S. commitments to its allies. In summary, European Mediterranean harbors are vital for the U.S. Navy's operational capabilities, strategic influence, and support for NATO, making them essential to U.S. military interests in the region.
The map showed a base near St. Petersburg which obviously doesn't host the US Navy and probably doesn't allow shore visits.
This is better though it is a bit dated. There haven't been any US bases in Iceland for almost 20 years and there have never been US bases in Estonia though US troops have rotated in and out of there.
Anyway, where in Europe they are, the ones in the Mediterranean and around the North Sea are from my pov vital for the US Navy. Losing those will mean depending on Arab bases for instance to be able to threaten Iran.
Haaretz https://www.haaretz.com › opinion › 2025-04-01 › ty-article-opinion › .premium › what-happened-to-greenland-can-happen-to-israel › 00000195-f2b8-d1f1-a7d5-f2fc93630000 Why Trump Could Betray Israel Just Like He Betrayed Greenland 1 apr 2025These differences could create the illusion that what is happening now to Greenland couldn't happen to Israel. But that isn't so. In recent months, Greenland has come under a thuggish, traitorous attack. The United States, which for decades was its partner and friend, decided to break the
The Independent https://www.independent.co.uk › news › world › americas › us-politics › trump-greenland-defence-denmark-frank-rose-b2898026.html Trump warned 'upsetting allies who shed blood for the US' threatens ... VandaagTrump warned 'upsetting allies who shed blood for the US' threatens critical defence deals Exclusive: Obama's former assistant secretary of state Frank Rose was the last U.S. official to ... The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com › us-news › 2026 › jan › 09 › trump-greenland-threats-white-house Trump ramps up Greenland threats and says US will intervene 'whether ... 1 dag geledenTrump ramps up Greenland threats and says US will intervene 'whether they like it or not' US president doubled down on threats to acquire territory at a White House meeting with oil and gas ... Deccan Chronicle https://www.deccanchronicle.com › world › americas › trump-again-threatens-use-of-force-to-take-greenland-1929526 Trump Again Threatens Use of Force to Take Greenland VandaagWASHINGTON: US President Donald Trump on Friday again suggested the use of force to seize Greenland as he brushed aside Denmark's sovereignty over the autonomous Arctic island.
37019 What is this "The Hill" for a bunch of morons? https://thehill.com/opinion/international/5195419-europe-america-rift/
Just an interview with the member of the Greenlandic Parliament Tillie Martinussen As for the small number of NATO Arctic special forces Officers who arrived in Greenland on Friday, they were only supposed to be there a few days to coordinate with Denmark and prepare for the arrival of troops, vehicles, aircrafts, helicopters and warships that will then participate in the Danish lead NATO Operation Arctic Endurance, that will be an string of different kinds of Arctic military "exercises" that will will be ongoing at leas until Trump and MAGA are no longer in charge in the USA. Right now it's pouring in with warships, Arctic special forces and ground troops. Yesterday 200 Danish special forces and other Danish troops arrived, though for the vast majority not in Nuuk, and today a much larger number of Danish troops will arrive in Greenland, also followed by forces from the other NATO allies including Germany. I recommend watching Malcolm Nance exposes Trump's plan to hijack Greenland. It describes why and how reckless and catastrophic an invasion of Greenland will be for the USA.
GREENLAND WARNING: US Arctic Forces placed on Alert to go to "Minnesota." or are they? https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c74v0pxg2nvo Invading Greenland? Mistake of a Lifetime - Here's why :
Denmark participed in the illegal invasion of Iraq, now cries about being illegally invaded - Europeans keeps proving their detractors right
Trumps letter to Denmark answered when the USA triggered NATO Article 5, you can always critizise Denmark and NATO in hindsight, but what Trump is doing now is unmistakably illegal from the get-go, also according to the US Constitution, as well as the Danish Constitution (that makes a sale of Greenland illegal) and NATO, which is also why all of NATO and the EU is rallying behind Denmark. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Trumps unhinged letter to the Prime Minister of Norway :