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Denmark Says It Will Defend ‘Every Inch’ of NATO as Trump Eyes Greenland Again
The New York Times • • world
Key Points:
- Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen affirmed Denmark's commitment to defending all its territory, including Greenland, rejecting U.S. President Donald Trump's repeated suggestions that the U.S. should control the island.
- At the NATO summit, Frederiksen emphasized Greenland is not for sale and stated Denmark is prepared to defend the kingdom and every inch of NATO territory.
- Trump expressed frustration with NATO over Greenland, calling it a "big problem" and stressing its importance for global protection, while previously suggesting military action to acquire the island.
- In response to U.S. pressure, Denmark has strengthened ties with Greenland and prepared defensive measures, while the EU backed Denmark's sovereignty, affirming that decisions about Greenland's future rest with Greenlanders and Danes.
- The situation highlights tensions over Greenland's strategic value, with the U.S. seeking greater military access and influence, but facing unified resistance from Denmark and Greenland supported by international law principles.
