Greenland Rejects Trump's Renewed Push for Annexation
Greenlandic leaders and Denmark firmly oppose U.S. President Donald Trump's repeated calls to annex the Arctic territory, citing sovereignty and international law.
- Donald Trump reiterated his desire to annex Greenland, claiming it is crucial for U.S. security, during a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, who declined to involve NATO in the matter.
- Greenland's political leaders, including newly elected officials, unanimously condemned Trump's statements and emphasized their commitment to independence from Denmark, not integration with the United States.
- Denmark firmly rejected the possibility of annexation, with its foreign minister citing violations of NATO agreements, the UN Charter, and international law.
- Greenland's recent parliamentary elections saw a shift in power to a center-right party, Demokraatit, which supports eventual independence but opposes U.S. control of the territory.
- Analysts highlight potential links between Trump's administration and Greenland's nationalist party, Naleraq, which advocates for rapid independence, amid concerns over Arctic resource exploitation.
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