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Trump Seeks Greenland for National Security, Faces Opposition from 88% Indigenous Inuit Population

Jan 25, 2025, 11:27 AM

President Donald Trump has expressed a keen interest in acquiring Greenland, emphasizing its strategic importance for U.S. national security. Trump has suggested that Greenland's control is necessary due to the presence of Russian and Chinese naval activities in the region. He has also hinted at potential military actions or economic sanctions against Denmark if it does not comply with his demands. Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark, has responded by asserting its desire for dialogue with the U.S. but firmly stating that it is not for sale. The Greenlandic Prime Minister, Múte Egede, has emphasized that the decision regarding Greenland's future lies with its people, not with external powers. Meanwhile, Denmark is grappling with how to respond to Trump's aggressive stance, with its Prime Minister, Mette Frederiksen, engaging in discussions with political leaders to address the situation. The issue has caused a rift in both Danish and Greenlandic political landscapes, with many remaining silent while others voice their opinions. Notably, 88% of Greenland's population is Indigenous Inuit, and a recent poll indicated that 90% of Danes oppose Greenland becoming part of the U.S., with only 3% in favor.