The White House released a statement indicating President Trump’s interest in acquiring Greenland and exploring various options, including potential involvement of the US military. This announcement follows the recent operation where US commandos from Delta Force apprehended President Nicolás Maduro of Venezuela and his spouse while they were asleep, with Trump mentioning temporary US oversight of Venezuela.
According to reports from Sky News, President Trump has emphasized that obtaining Greenland is crucial for US national security interests, particularly in deterring adversaries in the Arctic region. The President and his team are actively considering different strategies to achieve this foreign policy objective, with the utilization of the US military remaining a viable option under the commander-in-chief’s authority.
Trump’s remarks on the significance of Greenland for national security, including its relevance to Europe, have stirred diplomatic tensions in Europe. The President highlighted the presence of Russian and Chinese vessels around Greenland, underscoring its strategic importance. Both Denmark and Greenland have affirmed their commitment to the NATO alliance, which mandates mutual defense among member states.
In response to Trump’s statements, European leaders, including Keir Starmer, have emphasized that Greenland’s sovereignty belongs to its people and that decisions regarding the territory should be made by Denmark and Greenland alone. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen cautioned that any US military aggression against a NATO member could jeopardize the alliance’s cohesion, potentially leading to its collapse.