Trump’s reiteration of need to annex Greenland raises concern, sparks debate

Nuuk, Greenland – US President Donald Trump reiterated his claim on Monday that the United States needs to take control of Greenland from Denmark in the interest of “international security.” His repeated calls in recent weeks are raising concerns and debate among the Arctic island’s 57,000-strong population as well as the United States’ European allies. … Read more

How Much Would Buying Greenland Cost?

Donald Trump, who has long loved big real estate deals, has made it clear that he’s serious about striking one for Greenland. Never mind that Denmark, which controls the island, says the territory isn’t for sale. But if a negotiation were to materialize, what would, or should, the United States offer? David Barker, a real … Read more

Denmark says it has neglected protecting Greenland for years

Copenhagen, Denmark – Denmark acknowledged on Thursday that it has long neglected the defense of Greenland, a vast and strategically important Arctic island – and which US President-elect Donald Trump has described as vital to US security. Trump, who took office on Jan. 20, said this week that U.S. control over Greenland — a sovereign … Read more

Trump’s regional ambitions upset a weary world

When Donald J. As Trump returned to the White House, many countries thought they knew what to expect and how to prepare for what was to come. Diplomats in world capitals said they would focus on what Mr Trump says rather than what his administration does. Major nations developed plans to soften or counter the … Read more

EU rejects Trump’s overtures on Greenland annexation

The European Union on Wednesday dismissed as “unrealistic fantasy” US President-elect Donald Trump’s refusal to launch a military attack to take control of Denmark’s autonomous region of Greenland, while confirming that the EU would intervene if Trump invaded. The countries will be forced to defend the island. it. Trump, who is set to be inaugurated … Read more

Trump Jr. visits Greenland after his father says it should be owned by the US

US President-elect Donald Trump’s eldest son arrived in Greenland on Tuesday for a private visit, fueling speculation that the incoming US administration may seek to take control of the mineral-rich Danish territory. The Danish state broadcaster reported that Donald Trump Jr.’s plane landed in Nuuk, the capital of the vast and snowy region, which has … Read more