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Trump Says US Should 'Acquire' Greenland, Calls on NATO to Cooperate

Published January 14, 2026, 13:33
Trump Says US Should 'Acquire' Greenland, Calls on NATO to Cooperate

Donald Trump sparked controversy with a post on Truth Social, stating that the United States should acquire Greenland, describing it as vital for national security and strengthening NATO. According to Trump, possessing Greenland would make NATO “much stronger and more effective,” while warning that otherwise, Russia or China could gain control of the island. The post was accompanied by a reference to the “Golden Dome,” an unclear plan seemingly related to US defense capabilities. Meanwhile, the Prime Minister of Denmark, Mette Frederiksen, and the Prime Minister of Greenland, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, firmly rejected Trump's claims, emphasizing that borders should not be changed by force and that peoples should not be bought. Frederiksen stressed that Denmark's position is fundamental and concerns the protection of the international order and small countries from major powers. Nielsen clearly stated that Greenland does not want to become part of the United States, confirming the autonomous position of the region. Both leaders emphasized their unity and determination in the face of external pressures. The joint press conference aimed to send a strong message of unity and reassure the people of Greenland of Denmark's support. Trump's statement has sparked intense debate and reaction, as it is seen as undermining international stability and the right of peoples to self-determination. Denmark and Greenland have condemned the US attempt to acquire Greenland, emphasizing the importance of respecting international law and borders.