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Trump appears to be honing in on what his administration is now arguing is a failure by Copenhagen to protect Greenland from Russian and Chinese aggression.
U.S. News & World Report |
"We need Greenland. Very importantly, for international security, we have to have Greenland," Trump told reporters at the White House.
Politico |
European officials and outside experts have warned that the window of opportunity for greater U.S-Greenland cooperation closes the more President Donald Trump talks about annexation.

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Danish foreign minister scolds Trump administration for its criticism of Denmark and Greenland
The Danish foreign minister has scolded the Trump administration for its “tone” in criticizing Denmark and Greenland, saying his country is already investing more into Arctic security and remains open to more cooperation with the U.
Vance scolds Denmark during Greenland trip
US Vice-President JD Vance has accused Denmark of leaving Greenland vulnerable to alleged incursions by China and Russia, as he asked its people to "cut a deal" with the US. Speaking during a visit to the Arctic island, Vance minimised recent threats by US President Donald Trump to take over the island by force.
Denmark in Trump's crosshairs as Vance makes ambitious appeal to Greenland
Vice President Vance looked to appeal to Greenland by urging it to side with the US, not Russia or China, after it seeks independence from Denmark.
US Needs Greenland for International Security, Says Trump
The United States needs Greenland for international security peace, President Donald Trump said on Friday, adding that there were Chinese and Russian ships in the area that Washington could not leave to Denmark or anyone else to "take care of.
‘It's impractical’: GOP lawmakers lukewarm over Trump's fixation on annexing Greenland
Republicans in Congress would likely be needed to approve any plan to annex Greenland, and several told USA TODAY they aren't sure that's a good idea.
Putin says US push for Greenland rooted in history, vows to uphold Russian interest in the Arctic
Russia’s President Vladimir Putin says that President Donald Trump’s push for control over Greenland wasn’t surprising given longtime U.S. interest in the mineral-rich territory
Trump may be his own worst enemy on Greenland
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Greenland Parties Announce Broad Coalition Government Amid Trump Pressure
The new majority government will be headed by Democrats leader Jens-Frederik Nielsen, who had urged parties to set aside disagreements and form a broad coalition to show unity amid Trump's campaign to annex the semi-autonomous Danish territory.
Vance and Wife to Tour US Military Base in Greenland After Diplomatic Spat Over Uninvited Visit
U.S. Vice President JD Vance and his wife are due to visit an American military base in Greenland on Friday in a trip that was scaled back after an uproar by Greenlanders and Danes who were irked that the original itinerary was planned without consulting them.
JD Vance accuses Denmark of failing to keep Greenland secure as he slams European allies
"Denmark hasn't done a good job at keeping Greenland safe," U.S. Vice President JD Vance told servicemembers at the Pituffik Space Base in Greenland on Friday. Vance said the island was key because Pituffik would be the first to alert the U.
JD Vance slams Denmark, urges Greenland to embrace America for security, economy
Vice President JD Vance blasted Denmark’s government for failing to protect and support Greenland’s population Friday — laying out America’s case for island residents to break
Weekend - Denmark rejects US claims that it has neglected Greenland's security - BBC Sounds
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Denmark considered U.S. one of its closest allies. Now many Danes are refusing to buy American
A movement in Denmark to boycott American goods reflects the current mood of the population of nearly six million, which feels alienated and even threatened by the messaging coming from the U.S.
VP Vance delivers blunt message to Denmark during Greenland visit with second lady, Sen. Lee
JD Vance criticized Denmark for neglecting Greenland's people and security during a visit to Pituffik Space Base, and Greenlandic officials had mixed reactions.
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Denmark To Draft Women Into the Military Amid Greenland, Russia Tensions
Denmark announced that it is speeding up its plans to draft women into the military on March 25 amid tensions with Russia and the U.S. over Greenland, according to Copenhagen's Ministry of Defense. Newsweek reached out to the Danish Ministry of Defense for comment via email.
Sutton Hoo helmet may actually come from Denmark, archaeologist suggests
A discovery by a metal detectorist in Denmark has raised questions about the origins of the iconic Sutton Hoo helmet, thought for decades to have links to Sweden. The detectorist found a small metal stamp on an island in southern Denmark, with similar markings to those on the famous helmet.
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Vance tells Greenlanders they'd be better off being part of the United States
Vice President Vance toured a U.S. military base in Greenland on Friday and blasted Denmark for not investing enough in the territory.
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