US-Denmark Tensions Soar Over Greenland: 'Shoot First' Order Issued Amid Takeover Bid

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Moneycontrol•08-01-2026, 22:47
US-Denmark Tensions Soar Over Greenland: 'Shoot First' Order Issued Amid Takeover Bid
- •The dispute between the United States and Denmark over Greenland has escalated into a major diplomatic crisis.
- •US President Donald Trump has reiterated the idea of buying or taking control of Greenland, citing national security.
- •Denmark's Ministry of Defence stated soldiers will respond immediately to any attack on Greenland, following Cold War-era rules.
- •European countries support Denmark, calling the US takeover idea 'unprecedented' and detrimental to NATO.
- •A high-level meeting between US, Denmark, and Greenland is scheduled next week to de-escalate tensions.
Why It Matters: US-Denmark tensions over Greenland escalate, with Denmark ready to defend militarily against US takeover bids.
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