Trump Revives Greenland Purchase Proposal, Denmark Responds with $1.5 Billion Defense Boost

President-elect Trump reiterates U.S. interest in acquiring Greenland, prompting Denmark to enhance Arctic defenses and reaffirm the island's autonomy.

President-elect Donald Trump has renewed calls for the U.S. to purchase Greenland, describing its ownership as a necessity for national security and global freedom.
Denmark announced a $1.5 billion investment in Greenland's defense, including patrol ships, drones, sled dog teams, and upgraded military infrastructure.
Greenland's Prime Minister Mute Egede and Denmark's leadership firmly rejected the idea, emphasizing the island's autonomy and stating it is not for sale.
The U.S. military already maintains a strategic presence in Greenland through the Pituffik Space Base, critical for missile early-warning systems.
Analysts suggest Trump’s comments may have pressured Denmark to prioritize Arctic security, as geopolitical competition in the region intensifies with Russia and China.