Trump says US needs to ‘own’ Greenland to prevent Russia and China from taking it

Former President Donald Trump has voiced his conviction that the United States must acquire Greenland to preempt potential control by geopolitical rivals such as Russia and China. He asserted that this strategic objective would be achieved either “the easy way” or “the hard way,” signaling a determined approach to securing the vast Arctic territory. This declaration revives a controversial topic that first gained international attention during his presidency. Denmark, which governs Greenland as an autonomous territory, has consistently maintained its firm stance that the island is not for sale. Danish officials have previously dismissed any suggestions of a transaction, stressing that Greenland is an integral part of the Kingdom of Denmark and its residents have the right to self-determination. The discussion underscores the growing strategic significance of the Arctic region amidst shifting global power dynamics and competition for resources and geopolitical influence.