In a recent interview, U.S. President Donald Trump stated that he is confident the U.S. will “get Greenland,” emphasizing that nothing is “off the table.”
Trump’s interest in Greenland, a self-ruling territory of Denmark, began in 2019, driven by the island’s natural resources and strategic location. Despite Greenland’s resistance to becoming part of the U.S., with its premier, Mute Egede, expressing that they “don’t want to be Americans,” Trump remains optimistic.
Vice President JD Vance, during a recent visit to Greenland, acknowledged the significance of the issue, stating it would only grow. Vance criticized Denmark’s investment in Greenland and suggested that the U.S. could provide better security and economic benefits to the region. However, Denmark’s foreign minister, Lars Lokke Rasmussen, voiced concerns about the tone of U.S. comments, urging a more respectful approach between allies.
