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Trump Faces Global Backlash Over Greenland Acquisition Plans

President-elect Donald Trump has reignited controversy by refusing to rule out military force to acquire Greenland, drawing criticism from Denmark, NATO allies, and Greenlandic leaders.

  • President-elect Donald Trump has reiterated his desire to acquire Greenland, citing national security and economic interests, and has not ruled out using military or economic force.
  • Greenland's Prime Minister Múte Egede emphasized the island's right to self-determination and called for unity among its citizens in response to Trump's statements.
  • Denmark, which controls Greenland, has firmly rejected the idea, while NATO allies and European leaders have condemned any potential violation of international borders.
  • Russia has expressed concern over the situation, comparing Trump's rhetoric to its own controversial annexation of Ukrainian territories, and signaling its interest in Arctic stability.
  • Greenland holds strategic importance due to its Arctic location, rare earth mineral reserves, and U.S. military installations, making it a focal point in global geopolitical tensions.
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