Foreign media: US President Trump stated on January 9, 2026, that the US would take action to acquire Greenland, regardless of Denmark's approval.
Trump emphasized during a meeting with oil executives that if the US does not act, Russia or China may control Greenland, which would present an unfriendly "neighbor" to the US. He also mentioned that the US needs to have Greenland from a national security perspective because there are currently many Russian and Chinese ships in the region.
Trump hopes to reach an agreement with Denmark; otherwise, he will take a more difficult approach. Leaders of several European countries have opposed this plan by the US, emphasizing that Arctic security should be jointly safeguarded by NATO allies. Denmark has also clearly stated that matters concerning Greenland should be decided by Denmark and the people of Greenland themselves.
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