Donald Trump is once again showing interest in Greenland, calling it a "big real estate deal" and a matter of US strategic security. This has caused concern among Danish and European leaders, who see it as a threat to sovereignty and NATO's integrity.
US senators are proposing a bill that would prohibit the Pentagon and the State Department from using funds to occupy or annex NATO territories, including Greenland. This comes amid concerns over Donald Trump's interest in Greenland.
Greenland's Minister of Business and Energy, Naaja Nathanielsen, called on Great Britain to "dare to have principles" and help fend off threats from Donald Trump. She noted that Greenland feels betrayed and bewildered by US rhetoric.
Danish company Rockwool stated that Russia took control of its four factories. The company wrote off 469 million euros of the value of these assets and plans to defend its rights.
Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen stated that Greenland chooses an alliance with Denmark, rejecting accession to the United States. This comes amid Trump's threats to annex the island, which Nielsen called inappropriate.
Republican Congressman Randy Fine introduced the "Greenland Annexation and Statehood Act. " He considers Greenland a vital national security asset, controlling Arctic shipping lanes.
The Government of Greenland rejected Donald Trump's idea of the territory coming under US control, emphasizing the impossibility of annexation. The island confirmed that its defense would be carried out through NATO.
On January 14, representatives of the Trump administration will meet with Danish officials. The conversation will likely be about the future of the territory.
Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson criticized US threats against Denmark regarding Greenland. He stated that Trump should thank Copenhagen for its loyalty, not threaten to seize territories.
Belgian Defense Minister Theo Francken called on NATO to launch a military operation in the High North. This is intended to strengthen unity and address US security concerns regarding Greenland.
Congressman Ted Lieu urged the American military not to obey Trump's order to invade Greenland, as it is illegal. Greenland is part of Denmark, a NATO ally of the United States.
European allies, including Great Britain, are discussing the deployment of military forces in Greenland. This is to protect the Arctic from Russia and China and to convince Trump to abandon the annexation of the island.
Donald Trump ordered the Joint Special Operations Command to prepare a plan for a military invasion of Greenland. This initiative is being promoted by a group of political "hawks" to preempt Russian and Chinese expansion in the Arctic.
The UN Security Council will convene on January 12 due to massive shelling of Ukraine with 'Oreshnik' missiles. Kyiv expects effective mechanisms to influence the aggressor.
Denmark recorded a historic low in the number of asylum grants in 2025, approving only 839 applications by the end of November. This is a result of the country's strict immigration policy aimed at limiting the influx of refugees.
US officials discussed one-time payments to Greenlanders ranging from $10,000 to $100,000 per person. The goal is to persuade them to secede from Denmark and join the United States.
Trump's team is preparing potential deals to strengthen US influence in Greenland, including mineral extraction. Denmark, which controls the island, refuses to sell but offers to strengthen the US military and economic presence.
European governments, concerned about Donald Trump's intentions regarding Greenland, are considering four strategies to counter them. These include seeking a compromise, financial injections, an economic response, and the deployment of ground forces.
Great Britain confirmed the transfer of 13 Raven air defense systems to Ukraine, developed specifically for Ukraine. The delivery of prototype Gravehawk air defense systems is expected in the near future.
White House spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt said President Trump is considering all options regarding Greenland, examining what is in the best interests of the United States. She emphasized that diplomacy has always been the president's first option.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet with Danish and Greenlandic officials next week. The meeting will take place to discuss the Trump administration's comments on the acquisition of Greenland.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio informed lawmakers that President Trump plans to buy Greenland. The White House stated that the use of the American military is an option for acquiring the territory.
The Nordic countries stated that issues concerning Denmark and Greenland should only be resolved by Denmark and Greenland. This is in response to Trump's proposal to transfer the island to US control.
A number of European leaders have signed a statement warning the US that they "will not stop defending" Greenland's territorial integrity. The document states that the US is an "important partner" in Arctic security.
The United States of America is working on a deal for Greenland, which it will offer to the island's authorities. President Trump stated that Greenland is needed by the US from a national security perspective.
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stated that an American takeover of Greenland would mean the end of the NATO military alliance. This was in response to US President Donald Trump's call to transfer the island to US control after a military operation in Venezuela.
White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller said Greenland should be part of the United States, while rejecting military intervention. He questioned Denmark's territorial claims to the Arctic territory.
Leaders of Greenland and Denmark have urged US President Donald Trump to stop threatening to take over Greenland. Trump stated that Greenland is needed by the US for defense and national security, citing its strategic importance and the presence of Russian and Chinese ships.
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Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen criticized the Trump administration for renewing claims on Greenland, stating that the US has no right to annex territories of the Kingdom of Denmark.
