Denmark finds a way to protect Greenland from Trump
US President Donald Trump announced his intention to seize Greenland from Denmark by any means necessary to protect the strategic island from Russian and Chinese influence. Trump emphasized that leasing Greenland is insufficient for US national security — ownership is required.
Denmark has responded by seeking to safeguard its sovereignty over Greenland. While historical claims, such as landing a boat on the island 500 years ago, do not establish modern legal ownership, the contest for control over Greenland is intensifying.
This situation highlights the growing geopolitical rivalry in the Arctic and surrounding areas, involving major global players. The next steps will depend on diplomatic negotiations between the US and Denmark and the reactions of other international stakeholders.
