French, German Troops Land in Greenland Amid US Rift Over Trump's 'Conquer' Ambition

• French and German troops, along with other European forces, are deploying to Greenland to enhance its security.
• The deployment follows talks between Denmark, Greenland, and the US, which revealed a "fundamental disagreement" with the Trump administration's intentions.
• US President Donald Trump expressed a desire to "conquer" Greenland for its mineral resources and Arctic security, citing Russian and Chinese interest.
• Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen confirmed Trump's wish to acquire Greenland and rejected both military takeover and purchase.
• Local residents in Nuuk view the European troop reinforcements as protection against potential US military action, focusing on resources rather than national security.

Why It Matters: European troops deploy to Greenland, highlighting a deep rift with the US over Trump's ambition to acquire the island.