The envoys have also held a series of meetings this week with American lawmakers as they look to enlist help in persuading Trump to back off his threat.
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US Greenland Takeover Bid: Denmark, Greenland Envoys Push Back Against Trump

  • Denmark and Greenland envoys met White House officials and US lawmakers to counter President Trump's call for a "takeover" of Greenland.
  • Trump seeks "ownership" of Greenland, citing strategic importance for US national security and missile defense, despite existing treaty rights.
  • US officials like JD Vance criticized Denmark's security efforts in Greenland, urging European leaders to take the issue seriously.
  • Greenlandic politician Aaja Chemnitz emphasized the island's right to self-determination and mutual respect, denying claims of Russian/Chinese presence.
  • French President Emmanuel Macron denounced the "law of the strongest," warning of global disorder and potential invasions like Greenland.

Why It Matters: Diplomatic efforts intensify as Denmark and Greenland resist Trump's controversial push to acquire the strategic Arctic island.

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