Trump’s Renewed Push to Acquire Greenland Sparks Danish and European Opposition

Denmark announces $2 billion Arctic security plan as President Trump escalates rhetoric on Greenland acquisition.

President Donald Trump has reignited efforts to acquire Greenland, framing it as vital for U.S. national security and Arctic strategy.
Danish officials, including Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, have firmly rejected the idea, emphasizing Greenland's sovereignty and historical ties to Denmark.
Denmark has unveiled a $2 billion Arctic defense plan, including new naval vessels, drones, and satellites, to bolster security in Greenland and the surrounding region.
Greenland's Prime Minister Múte Egede has reiterated that the island’s future will be determined by its residents, rejecting external pressures from both the U.S. and Denmark.
European leaders, including Olaf Scholz and Emmanuel Macron, have expressed support for Denmark, highlighting the importance of respecting international borders and sovereignty.