Trump seeks to acquire Greenland, faces challenges in negotiations | US News

A top European diplomat describes Trump’s interest in Greenland as critical, unprecedented, and urgent. Trump is serious about wanting ownership of Greenland, but there is no compatibility between his position and those of the EU, Denmark, and Greenland. Europe may resist Trump’s demands, as ceding European territory to America is unthinkable. Greenland’s strategic importance is recognized, but Trump believes making it American territory is the only way to deter threats from Russia and China. The UK’s relationship with Trump is further complicated by his hostile takeover threats on Greenland.

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