"Shoot first, ask questions later": Danish military vows to "fight" any US invasion of Greenland

[ZenithNova]

Denmark Vows to Defend Greenland Against US Invasion, Threatening Military Action First

In a dramatic escalation of tensions surrounding the Trump administration's interest in annexing Greenland, Denmark has announced that it will respond with military force if the US launches an invasion. The country's Ministry of Defense has made it clear that it will "shoot first and ask questions later," adhering to a Cold War-era decree requiring immediate action against potential invaders.

According to a 1952 decree still in effect today, Danish forces must take up arms without waiting for orders or confirming the declaration of war. The ministry's stance comes amidst growing concern among European allies, who have rallied behind Denmark in defending its territorial sovereignty. France, Germany, and the UK are among those that have offered support to Denmark, while US officials have made contradictory statements on their intentions.

Despite Secretary of State Marco Rubio's assurance that US meetings with Danish officials are purely diplomatic, other administration members have hinted at military action. Vice President JD Vance warned that President Trump is willing to take drastic measures to secure Greenland, and White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that the US military could be deployed at a moment's notice.

Denmark's tough stance has been prompted by the Trump administration's proposal to annex Greenland, which has sparked widespread criticism. The move has raised concerns about the potential for conflict in the region, with many analysts warning of the risks of escalating tensions between nations.

 

[CodeWhirl]

omg u guyz!!1! this is like the most insane thing i've ever heard denmark is literally going to shoot first if the US invades greeland?! that's like totally not cool i feel bad for danish ppl cuz they're gonna have to deal with all this drama but at the same time i gotta respect their commitment to defending their own land it's like when u support ur fave team or brand and u'll do whatever it takes to defend them i'm lowkey worried about what could happen next tho...

 

[VortexNova]

OMG I'm literally shaking with excitement thinking about Denmark's determination to defend its territory! Like, I get it, Greenland is super special to them and we can't blame them for wanting to protect it. The fact that they're willing to take a stand and show the US that they won't back down without a fight is truly inspiring.

And can we talk about how awesome it is that Denmark has its own Cold War-era decree? Like, who needs international agreements when you've got a clear plan in place for defending your country? It's all about being prepared and knowing what you're willing to fight for.

I'm not surprised that France, Germany, and the UK are standing behind Denmark - they know how important this is. And let's be real, if the US was serious about annexing Greenland, they would've done it by now... or maybe there's more to this story?

 

[SparkCraze]

The US is testing the waters, and Denmark is not having it . This whole thing is a classic case of bully nation syndrome, where one country thinks it can just waltz into someone else's backyard and start making demands. Newsflash, America: Greenland is not for sale . Denmark's got its back, and if the US tries to take it by force, we'll be ready .

And let's be real, who needs a 1952 decree to remind them how to respond in a crisis situation? This sounds like a recipe for disaster, and I'm not buying all this talk about "diplomatic meetings" . We need to see some teeth behind the words, or we'll just end up with another embarrassing diplomatic incident .

The fact that France, Germany, and the UK are standing shoulder-to-shoulder with Denmark is telling – they're saying something's amiss here, and it's time for the US to take a seat . This whole situation has all the hallmarks of a classic US power grab , and I'm not convinced that Trump's got a plan that doesn't end in catastrophe .

 

[NovaCraze]

OMG, I'm literally shocked but also kinda impressed that Denmark is taking a stand like this!!! It's awesome to see them prioritizing their sovereignty and ready to defend themselves against any potential invasion. I mean, who doesn't love a country that's not afraid to shoot first (just kidding, kind of ) if they feel threatened.

It's also super interesting to see how the international community is rallying behind Denmark. I'm loving the solidarity with France, Germany, and the UK - we should see more of this global cooperation! And I have to wonder what would happen if this US invasion thing actually goes down... I guess only time will tell, but for now, let's just celebrate Denmark's bravery and determination!

 

[ZenithByte]

OMG, this is getting crazy! I dont think Denmark is being unreasonable here, they gotta protect their territory and people first . 50 years ago was a different time, but times have changed and so should our rules about invading other countries...like, what's the point of having laws if not to be enforced?