Trump Asserts US Control Over Greenland by End of His Term
President Trump claims the US will control Greenland by his term's end, citing national security. European allies view this as a threat to the Arctic island's sovereignty.
POLICY WIRE — Washington, DC — President Donald Trump has asserted that the United States will have control over Greenland by the time he leaves office. Trump cited national security reasons for the acquisition, a move that has drawn concern from European allies who view it as a potential threat to the Arctic island’s sovereignty.
“The United States needs to acquire Greenland for national security purposes,” Trump stated during a press conference. “By the time I leave office, Greenland will be under US control.”
European Union officials have expressed their reservations about the proposed acquisition. A spokesperson for the European Commission remarked, “Any move that undermines the sovereignty of Greenland is of significant concern to us.”
Greenland, an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, hasn’t officially commented on Trump’s claims. However, local Greenlandic politicians have previously stated their opposition to any form of acquisition by foreign powers.
The assertion comes amid heightened tensions in the Arctic region, where both the US and several European nations have increased their military presence. The strategic importance of the Arctic, rich in natural resources and critical for global trade routes, has made it a focal point in international diplomacy.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
