Trump says US will do something on Greenland 'whether they like it or not'

Trump says US will do something on Greenland 'whether they like it or not'

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Key Points:

  • President Donald Trump reiterated his intention to pursue U.S. control over Greenland, warning that if the U.S. does not act, Russia or China might take over the territory, which he described as a national security issue.
  • Greenlandic and Danish officials, along with European allies, have strongly rejected the idea of selling Greenland, emphasizing that the island belongs to the Greenlandic people and there is no willingness to negotiate its transfer.
  • Key U.S. lawmakers from both parties have dismissed the possibility of purchasing Greenland or using military force, underscoring the strong cooperative relationship between the U.S., Denmark, and Greenland.
  • Vice President JD Vance defended the administration's interest in Greenland, citing its strategic importance for missile defense and concerns about hostile advers