Trump Threatens 'Hard Way' Takeover of Greenland to Deter Russia, China

• President Trump intensified his campaign to bring Greenland under US control, citing national security concerns.
• He warned that if a diplomatic purchase fails, the US might intervene 'the hard way' to prevent Russian or Chinese occupation.
• Trump claimed Russian and Chinese ships are prevalent in Arctic waters, justifying the need for US sovereignty over Greenland.
• Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen called the annexation idea 'absurd' and warned it would signal the 'end of NATO'.
• Greenland holds strategic value due to its GIUK Gap position and vast rare earth mineral deposits, but over 90% of Greenlanders oppose joining the US.

Why It Matters: Trump threatens forceful acquisition of Greenland, citing national security and deterring Russia/China, despite strong opposition.