Trump's Greenland Ambition: Military Action or Purchase?

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Firstpost•07-01-2026, 11:58
Trump's Greenland Ambition: Military Action or Purchase?
- •Donald Trump renews calls to acquire Greenland, citing national and economic security, emboldened by Venezuela's situation.
- •The White House is discussing options including military action, despite potential NATO implications and global backlash.
- •Greenland, a mineral-rich, semi-autonomous Danish territory, offers geopolitical advantages between the US, Russia, and Europe.
- •Other options include purchasing Greenland, similar to the 1867 Alaska deal, or a Compact of Free Association.
- •Greenland and European allies firmly reject the idea, with Denmark asserting Greenland is "not for sale."
Why It Matters: Trump's persistent push to acquire Greenland faces strong international opposition and complex geopolitical challenges.
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