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Trump: US Control of Greenland 'Unacceptable' if Not Achieved

  • Donald Trump stated on social media that anything less than US control of Greenland is "unacceptable."
  • Trump believes US control of Greenland would make NATO "far more formidable and effective."
  • His comments came hours before Vice President JD Vance was to meet Danish and Greenlandic officials.
  • EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen affirmed Greenland belongs to its people and its future is for Denmark and Greenland to decide.
  • Von der Leyen emphasized the EU's strong relationship with Greenland and its support for the Arctic region's security.

Why It Matters: Donald Trump insists on US control of Greenland, while EU leaders support Greenland's self-determination.

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