US Envoy: Trump 'Serious' on Greenland Acquisition, Deal 'Will Be Made'

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Firstpost•16-01-2026, 19:57
US Envoy: Trump 'Serious' on Greenland Acquisition, Deal 'Will Be Made'
- •US special envoy Jeff Landry stated President Trump is "serious" about acquiring Greenland and believes a deal "should and will be made."
- •Landry confirmed plans to visit Greenland in March as discussions continue, with Trump having communicated his intentions to Denmark.
- •Denmark and Greenland leaders have repeatedly rejected the idea of a US takeover, with Denmark's top diplomat noting "fundamental differences."
- •European allies, including France, Germany, and the Netherlands, have deployed troops to Greenland for joint exercises, emphasizing Arctic security.
- •A bipartisan US congressional delegation visited Copenhagen and Nuuk to show solidarity with Denmark and Greenland, distancing themselves from Trump's rhetoric.
Why It Matters: US envoy asserts Trump's seriousness on Greenland acquisition despite strong pushback from Denmark and European allies.
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