US President Donald Trump is reviving his long-held dream of taking control of Greenland, warning that using the US military is "always an option" to secure the autonomous Danish territory. The move has sparked tensions between Washington and its NATO ally Denmark, which insists on self-governance for the island.
Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen has consistently stated that only Greenlanders should decide its future, not foreign powers. He echoed this sentiment after European leaders issued a joint statement calling for collective approach to security in the polar region, emphasizing Arctic security is "critical" for international and transatlantic security.
This latest development comes as Trump hints at making a decision on Greenland within two months, once tensions in Venezuela have subsided. US forces currently occupy a military base on Greenland, which is home to 57,000 people.
Critics point out that Trump's repeated attempts to annex or dominate Greenland are akin to a "broken record." Danish investment in security has been substantial, with the government allocating $14 billion last year alone.
The statement from European leaders underscored Denmark's commitment to sovereignty and territorial integrity. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed his intention to play down the issue, stating he had made his position clear in the joint statement – although it was unclear what that position is.
French President Emmanuel Macron echoed this sentiment, cautioning against any US move that could compromise Danish sovereignty. Trump's rhetoric has been dismissed as inflammatory, with some experts questioning the US president's priorities and motives behind this renewed push for control over Greenland.
Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen has consistently stated that only Greenlanders should decide its future, not foreign powers. He echoed this sentiment after European leaders issued a joint statement calling for collective approach to security in the polar region, emphasizing Arctic security is "critical" for international and transatlantic security.
This latest development comes as Trump hints at making a decision on Greenland within two months, once tensions in Venezuela have subsided. US forces currently occupy a military base on Greenland, which is home to 57,000 people.
Critics point out that Trump's repeated attempts to annex or dominate Greenland are akin to a "broken record." Danish investment in security has been substantial, with the government allocating $14 billion last year alone.
The statement from European leaders underscored Denmark's commitment to sovereignty and territorial integrity. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed his intention to play down the issue, stating he had made his position clear in the joint statement – although it was unclear what that position is.
French President Emmanuel Macron echoed this sentiment, cautioning against any US move that could compromise Danish sovereignty. Trump's rhetoric has been dismissed as inflammatory, with some experts questioning the US president's priorities and motives behind this renewed push for control over Greenland.
. I mean, Trump's all talk, no action again... it's like he's stuck in some kinda time loop 
. The whole thing with Denmark bein' all like "hey, we got this" and Europe gettin' all supportive is pretty cool, but at the end of the day, it's just gonna be a big ol' mess 
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Danish investment is way more than just talkin', $14 billion is a lotta clams 
. And what's Trump's real move here? Is it really about security or is he just tryin' to make some noise 
? Either way, it's gonna be a wild ride...
Taking control of Greenland is so not a good idea! He's always reviving his crazy dreams of expansion and it's getting outta hand 
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. The fact that Trump is threatening to use the military to secure Greenland just shows how insecure he is about his own policies 
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. Trump needs to focus on actual issues, like his hair or something 
And have you seen the numbers on the Danish investment in security? $14 billion! That's like, crazy money... and what's the plan for Greenland again? 
the danish ppl have made it clear they don't want foreign powers messing with their island so why is trump still pushing this?? does he not get it that his baseless claims are gonna ruffle some serious feathers?? 
meanwhile danish investment in security is on point 
14 billion last year alone is no joke 
meanwhile greenland just gets caught in the crossfire 
... They're not buying into Trump's hype or letting him dictate their future. And I think that's a great lesson to us all - sometimes it's okay to just stick with who we are and what we know, rather than trying to chase after something shiny and new.
... The whole Arctic region thing is becoming more and more crucial for international relations. So I guess the question becomes - how do we balance our own interests with respecting the sovereignty of other nations? It's like, a never-ending puzzle 
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it's all about danish sovereignty now, & european leaders are not havin' it 
they're callin out trump's moves as inflammatory & manipulative 
and let's be real, who needs greenland anyway? 
besides danish got $14b invested in security, trump can't even touch that 
. I mean, can't he just leave Denmark alone? The guy's been all over the place with his policies, and now he's threatening to use military force – talk about a broken record, right? 
And what's the point of having a military base there in the first place if you're not gonna use it? It just seems like another thing for him to tweet about and stir up trouble 
... I mean, Denmark has been super clear that they want Greenlanders to decide their own future, and Trump is basically saying otherwise. Can't we all just get along and let the Danes handle their own business? 
. plus, denmark got plenty cash 2 invest in security so wut's trump tryna prove? 
it's like he forgot that its a part of danish territory already. and now he's threatening to send in his military? thats just crazy talk 
i mean i know we're living in uncertain times but come on, dude chill out. 57k people live there for crying out loud, whats trump gonna do, invade them or something? 
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The Americans already have a military base on the island, it's not like Trump is trying to startle them into giving up control or anything 
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