Donald Trump Reaffirms Desire to Annex Greenland in Congressional Address
The U.S. president emphasized Greenland's strategic importance and extended an invitation to its people, while Denmark firmly rejected the proposal.
- Donald Trump declared his intent to bring Greenland under U.S. control, citing international security needs, during his first policy address since returning to office.
- The president stated that the U.S. supports Greenland's right to self-determination and promised wealth and security if it joins the United States.
- Denmark's defense minister rejected Trump's remarks, reaffirming that Greenland's future lies in the hands of its population and dismissing the annexation as implausible.
- Greenland, an autonomous Danish territory, is set to hold legislative elections on March 11, a development that could influence its political direction.
- Trump also reiterated his administration's efforts to regain control of the Panama Canal, referencing a recent deal transferring two Chinese-held ports to American ownership.