Trump Reignites Greenland Annexation Debate, Denmark Pushes Back Hard

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News18•06-01-2026, 09:43
Trump Reignites Greenland Annexation Debate, Denmark Pushes Back Hard
- •Donald Trump reiterated the US "needs" Greenland for national security, citing Russian/Chinese presence and Denmark's inability to secure it.
- •Trump indicated the issue would be revisited in "20 days" or "two months," sparking strong pushback from Denmark and Greenland.
- •White House aide Stephen Miller declined to rule out force, questioning Denmark's control and asserting US NATO power.
- •Greenland's PM Jens-Frederik Nielsen rejected any takeover, stating "Enough is enough" and emphasizing Greenland's democratic status.
- •Danish PM Mette Frederiksen firmly rejected annexation, warning of severe implications for NATO if the US attacked a member's territory.
Why It Matters: Trump's renewed push for Greenland annexation draws sharp condemnation from Denmark and Greenland.
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