In their words: Greenlanders talk about Trump's desire to own their Arctic island
ABC News • • world
Key Points:
- U.S. President Donald Trump's proposal to purchase Greenland and his suggestion of military action have sparked a geopolitical crisis, causing fear and unrest among Greenlanders.
- Greenlanders criticize Trump's dismissal of their defense capabilities, emphasizing the effectiveness of traditional methods like dog sleds in the Arctic environment, and highlight historic cooperation with the U.S. during World War II.
- Many Greenland residents reject Trump's claims of Russian and Chinese military presence in their waters, viewing the island as peaceful and sparsely populated with minimal foreign interference.
- Greenlanders express concerns that U.S. interest is driven by exploitation of natural resources rather than genuine security concerns, and they value their current social systems, fearing loss of benefits under U.S. control.
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