In recent comments on Air Force One, US President Donald Trump said he believes the US will “get Greenland” despite Denmark and Greenland’s leaders saying the island is not for sale.
He expressed confidence that the people of Greenland “want to be with us,” adding that the island is crucial for global security. Trump has shown interest in acquiring Greenland before, especially during his first term in 2019, calling it an “absolute necessity” for protecting freedom worldwide.
However, leaders in Greenland and Denmark disagree. Greenland’s Prime Minister Mute Egede emphasized that the island is not up for sale and that decisions about its land should be made by Greenland itself, although he mentioned he was open to US cooperation on defense and mining.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen reinforced that only the people of Greenland can determine its future, and she told Trump that Greenland would not be sold.
Despite this, Trump remains insistent, suggesting that Denmark’s claim to Greenland is questionable and that failing to let the US have control would be “unfriendly.” Some Greenland residents, however, have reacted negatively to Trump’s words. A local fishing boat captain told the BBC that while Trump is welcome to visit, “Greenland belongs to Greenlanders.” Other locals have also spoken out, rejecting the idea that their land could be sold, calling Trump’s comments “not acceptable.”
Greenland, though largely autonomous, is still part of Denmark, and there is a general feeling that it may eventually become fully independent. Its location is strategically important, and the island holds valuable natural resources like rare minerals, uranium, and iron, which have recently drawn more attention.
Trump’s continued interest has raised concern in Denmark, with reports of tense phone calls between him and Frederiksen. Despite this, some believe Trump is serious about pursuing this goal, which could involve both military and economic efforts, though he hasn’t ruled out such actions. This ongoing issue has caused a stir in Denmark, with officials holding urgent meetings to address the matter.
(Source: BBC)
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