People walk in front of Greenland's parliament Inatsisartut in Nuuk, Greenland. Reuters
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Firstpost02-02-2026, 20:07

Greenland PM Warns US Still Seeks Control, Cites Trump's Persistent Interest

  • Greenland Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen stated that the US fundamentally seeks to control the Arctic island, despite President Trump ruling out military force.
  • Nielsen highlighted a Guardian report indicating the US view that Greenland should be attached to and governed by the United States.
  • The Prime Minister expressed deep concern over the insecurity and anxiety among Greenlanders due to this persistent US interest, calling it "completely unacceptable."
  • He warned that disrespect for international laws and national sovereignty by great powers risks dividing the world and eroding freedom.
  • Nielsen emphasized the need for continued cooperation with Denmark, EU, and NATO countries to address US interest in the region.

Why It Matters: Greenland's PM warns that US interest in controlling the island persists, causing anxiety and threatening sovereignty.

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