Why Denmark Is Pushing Back On US Threats Over Greenland

Why Denmark is pushing back on U.S. threats over Greenland Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has urged U.S. President Donald Trump to stop what she called “threats” over Greenland, saying the idea of taking the island is unrealistic. Donald Trump says the United States “absolutely” needs Greenland for national security, calling it a highly strategic location. He claims the region is crowded with Russian and Chinese ships, arguing that American control is necessary to protect US security interests. The island already hosts a major U.S. military installation, Pituffik Space Base , which plays a key role in missile warning and space surveillance. Denmark and Greenland have long cooperated with Washington on defense. But Greenland’s leaders have made one thing clear: the island is not for sale. Officials have called annexation talk disrespectful and emphasized Greenland’s right to self-determination. Denmark’s ambassador to Washington says allies must respect borders, warning that cooperation, not coercion, is how Arctic security should be handled. #NicolasMaduro #US #DonaldTrump #Denmark #TrumpGreenland