Blinken receives Legion of Honor in France and addresses Trump comments on Greenland

rawstory.com January 8, 2025, 09:01 PM UTC

Antony Blinken, the outgoing U.S. Secretary of State, received the Legion of Honor in France on Wednesday. He addressed comments from incoming President Donald Trump about Greenland, stating they were not serious and should not be discussed further. Blinken also responded to remarks by Elon Musk, emphasizing that private citizens can express their views. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot criticized Musk's associations with far-right groups and the Republican Party's shift in alliances. During his farewell tour, Blinken highlighted improved U.S.-France relations since 2021. He praised France's role in training Ukrainian troops and their collaboration on a ceasefire in Lebanon, marking a significant partnership in addressing global issues.


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