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Trump Considers Buying Greenland, Military Use 'an Option'

Published January 7, 2026, 06:34

Donald Trump is considering the acquisition of Greenland by the United States, including the use of military force, according to a White House spokesperson. This move has caused concern in Europe, as Greenland is an autonomous territory of Denmark. Trump considers the acquisition of Greenland a national security priority, primarily due to the increasing presence of China and Russia in the Arctic region. Denmark and Greenland have called for dialogue with the United States to resolve misunderstandings. Denmark disputes Trump's argument about Chinese presence in Greenland and emphasizes that the country has invested heavily in Arctic security. Additionally, the American president has been criticized for questioning Denmark's ability to guarantee the security of the island. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has assured that the United States seeks to buy Greenland and not to launch a military intervention. Trump had expressed similar interests during his first term.