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“Greenland is Not For Sale”: Diplomatic Tensions Rise Over Trump’s Proposal

Published January 13, 2026, 07:23
“Greenland is Not For Sale”: Diplomatic Tensions Rise Over Trump’s Proposal

Donald Trump has repeatedly expressed his desire to acquire control of Greenland, causing strong reactions from both Denmark and Greenland. The Greenlandic government and Denmark are firmly stating that the island is not for sale, emphasizing that it is part of the Kingdom of Denmark and NATO. Trump justifies his interest with strategic security reasons in the Arctic, due to the growing influence of Russia and China. The possibility of US military intervention has raised concerns within NATO, with Senator Chris Murphy warning that it could lead to the collapse of the alliance. Despite the statements, Denmark points out that the 1951 agreement allows the US to strengthen its military presence in Greenland without challenging its sovereignty.