Trump Pushes for Grönland to Join U.S.; EU Considers Military Presence

Amid geopolitical tensions, Trump claims Grönland residents favor U.S. alignment, while EU officials weigh deploying troops to counter strategic threats.

U.S. President Donald Trump asserts that Grönland will voluntarily align with the United States, citing its strategic value for global freedom and security.
Grönland's Prime Minister Múte B. Egede and Denmark's leadership firmly reject U.S. acquisition efforts, emphasizing the island's autonomy and self-determination.
Trump's rhetoric includes skepticism over Denmark's claim to Grönland and hints at potential economic or military leverage to secure U.S. interests.
EU Military Committee Chair Robert Brieger proposes deploying EU troops to Grönland, citing its critical role in Arctic trade routes and resource security amid rising tensions with Russia and China.
The U.S., Denmark, and Grönland plan future discussions on Arctic security, though recent communications between Trump and Danish officials have been described as contentious.