Trump fuels Greenland’s independence fight with his talk of seizing the island
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Trump fuels Greenland’s independence fight with his talk of seizing the island

Associated Press  

NUUK, Greenland — On a boat, surrounded by snow-covered mountains and icebergs in shades of blue, Qooqu Berthelsen points to the breaking sea ice as a worrisome sign. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Pieces of ice move through the sea in Qoornoq Island, near Nuuk, Greenland, Feb. 17, 2025. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print There’s consternation all around For some, it’s been dizzying, a rollercoaster of emotions since Trump’s threats, since his son landed in Nuuk in January in a TRUMP-emblazoned plane and since his father posted on social media: “MAKE GREENLAND GREAT AGAIN!” with a message to Greenlanders: “We’re going to treat you well.” “When that was happening, I felt like I was hit in the stomach,” said Qupanuk Olsen, a mining engineer and social media influencer running in the election for the Naleraq party. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Relatives of Salik Shmidt and Malu Schmidt gather to celebrate their wedding at their house in Nuuk, Greenland, Feb. 15, 2025. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print “We went through all the emotions — at first very funny, very light, then very serious,” said Hansen, who worked with Conan O’Brien when the comedian came to Nuuk in 2019 to shoot an episode poking fun at Trump’s idea of buying Greenland.

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Greenland takes savage step to freeze out Usha Vance ahead of controversial trip over 'underlying agenda'
15 hours, 23 minutes ago

Greenland takes savage step to freeze out Usha Vance ahead of controversial trip over 'underlying agenda'

Daily Mail  

A Greenlandic tourism business which was due to host Usha Vance has canceled the trip amid the Trump administration's 'underlying agenda' for the visit. A Greenlandic tourism business which was due to host Usha Vance has canceled the trip amid the Trump administration's 'underlying agenda' for the visit Tupilak Travel in Nuuk revealed on Facebook on Wednesday that the US …

Greenlanders are angry and confused over unwanted US visit
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1 day, 5 hours ago

Greenlanders are angry and confused over unwanted US visit

Live Mint  

A planned visit to Greenland this week to be led by second lady Usha Vance was originally presented as a feel-good event to celebrate Greenlandic culture. Greenland has denounced the visit by the delegation, which the White House said Sunday would include national security adviser Michael Waltz and secretary of energy Chris Wright, as a “highly aggressive" move. Danish Prime …

Greenland is a stepping stone: US interests are centred around the Arctic Ocean's resources and shipping routes, where Russia currently dominates
1 day, 6 hours ago

Greenland is a stepping stone: US interests are centred around the Arctic Ocean's resources and shipping routes, where Russia currently dominates

Op India  

On 25th March 2025, US Vice President JD Vance made a surprise announcement that he and his wife, Usha Vance, would visit Greenland on 28th March. “In the decades since, inaction from Danish leaders and previous US administrations has allowed adversaries to advance their priorities in Greenland and the Arctic,” while affirming, “President Trump is rightly changing course.” The US …

US visit to Greenland is unacceptable, says Danish prime minister
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2 days ago

US visit to Greenland is unacceptable, says Danish prime minister

Hindustan Times  

The United States is exerting "unacceptable pressure" on Greenland, Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said on Tuesday, ahead of an unsolicited visit by a high-profile US delegation to the semi-autonomous Danish territory this week. Greenland's acting head of government, Mute Egede, has labelled the visit a "provocation," as it coincides with government coalition talks and municipal elections scheduled for the …

Greenlanders fear Trump's control threatens their independence amid Arctic tensions
2 days, 2 hours ago

Greenlanders fear Trump's control threatens their independence amid Arctic tensions

Hindustan Times  

Lisa Sólrun Christiansen gets up at 4 a.m. most days and gets to work knitting thick wool sweaters coveted by buyers around the world for their warmth and colorful patterns celebrating Greenland’s traditional Inuit culture. They fear Trump’s aim to take control of Greenland, which holds rich mineral deposits and straddles strategic air and sea routes, may block their path …

Tensions rise as Greenland rejects Trump's major claim over Usha Vance's upcoming visit amid his annexation plans
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2 days, 6 hours ago

Tensions rise as Greenland rejects Trump's major claim over Usha Vance's upcoming visit amid his annexation plans

Hindustan Times  

Greenland rejected US President Donald Trump's assertion that the island officials invited a US team headed by Vice President JD Vance's wife, Usha Vance, to visit the Arctic region this week. A number of Greenland officials, including Prime Minister Múte B. Egede, have denounced US officials' trip as “provocation” and “highly aggressive,” considering Trump's declared intention to purchase the island. …

In Graphics | Why is Trump obsessed with Greenland?
2 days, 11 hours ago

In Graphics | Why is Trump obsessed with Greenland?

Firstpost  

US Second Lady Usha Vance is expected to visit Greenland this week. Greenland has been pushed into global spotlight in the weeks since US President Donald Trump said America could take over their Arctic homeland. Now Second Lady Usha Vance and National Security Adviser Mike Waltz are expected to visit the island this week. Usha Vance will watch the island’s …

US visit to Greenland criticized
2 days, 17 hours ago

US visit to Greenland criticized

China Daily  

A view of Greenland's parliament Inatsisartut in Nuuk, Greenland March 12, 2025. Greenland's Prime Minister Mute Egede has denounced an upcoming visit by a high-profile United States delegation to the semiautonomous Danish territory, calling it a "demonstration of power" that escalates tension in the Arctic region. The trip, described by the White House as a "private visit", has drawn sharp …

US visit to Greenland criticized
2 days, 17 hours ago

US visit to Greenland criticized

China Daily  

By Jonathan Powell | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2025-03-25 04:24 A view of Greenland's parliament Inatsisartut in Nuuk, Greenland March 12, 2025. Greenland's Prime Minister Mute Egede has denounced an upcoming visit by a high-profile United States delegation to the semiautonomous Danish territory, calling it a "demonstration of power" that escalates tension in the Arctic region. The trip, described by the …

Trump doubles down on US interest in Greenland amid Danish criticism of delegation visit
2 days, 22 hours ago

Trump doubles down on US interest in Greenland amid Danish criticism of delegation visit

Firstpost  

President Trump on Monday doubled down on his suggestion that the US should take over Greenland as leaders from the semi-autonomous Danish territory criticised a planned trip there this week by a high-profile US delegation US Vice President-elect JD Vance and his wife Usha Vance arrive for a service at St. John's Church on Inauguration Day of Donald Trump's second …

Greenland PM expresses anger after learning shocking details ahead of Usha Vance's visit; ‘We are now at a level…’
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3 days, 6 hours ago

Greenland PM expresses anger after learning shocking details ahead of Usha Vance's visit; ‘We are now at a level…’

Hindustan Times  

Greenland Prime Minister has taken aim at the Trump administration after finding out that a group of high-ranking officials will be arriving at the island before Second Lady Usha Vance's cordial visit. “We are now at a level where it can in no way be characterized as a harmless visit from a politician's wife,” Egede asserted, as per Greenland’s Sermitsiaq …

Greenland’s leader laments ‘mess’ as US vice president’s wife to visit island coveted by Trump
3 days, 8 hours ago

Greenland’s leader laments ‘mess’ as US vice president’s wife to visit island coveted by Trump

Associated Press  

Greenland’s people are bracing for another visit from U.S. President Donald Trump’s inner circle, with second lady Usha Vance set to travel to the autonomous Danish territory this week as her husband ratchets up talk about U.S. security and “territorial” interests in the vast Arctic island coveted by the administration. Greenland’s prime minister has warned of “American aggression” and lamented …

Greenland fumes over Usha Vance, Mike Waltz's upcoming visit to island, PM calls it 'provocation'
3 days, 14 hours ago

Greenland fumes over Usha Vance, Mike Waltz's upcoming visit to island, PM calls it 'provocation'

Firstpost  

According to the statement released by the White House, Vance will be visiting the Island on Thursday with a US delegation and will tour historical sites, learn about the Greenland’s heritage and attend the national dogsled race People take part in a march ending in front of the US consulate, under the slogan ‘Greenland belongs to the Greenlandic people’, in …

Greenland builds up police presence ahead of "highly aggressive" US visit
3 days, 17 hours ago

Greenland builds up police presence ahead of "highly aggressive" US visit

Salon  

A planned visit to Greenland by U.S. officials, including second lady Usha Vance and the secretary of energy, has sparked outcry amid President Donald Trump's push to annex the Danish territory. Vance is set to visit Greenland from Thursday through Saturday to watch the island's national dogsled race and "celebrate Greenlandic culture and unity," the White House told CNN in …

‘Friendliness, not provocation’: Trump defends Usha Vance’s Greenland visit
3 days, 17 hours ago

‘Friendliness, not provocation’: Trump defends Usha Vance’s Greenland visit

Al Jazeera  

President makes remarks after Greenland’s prime minister denounces ‘very aggressive’ US pressure to annex the island. “The only purpose is to demonstrate power over us.” He also slammed Trump for trying to exert “very aggressive pressure” on Greenland, so that it might be absorbed by the US. In addition to seeking control of Greenland, Trump has also pressured Canada to …

Second lady Usha Vance will visit Greenland as Trump talks up US takeover
3 days, 23 hours ago

Second lady Usha Vance will visit Greenland as Trump talks up US takeover

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Second lady Usha Vance plans a trip to Greenland, at a time when President Donald Trump has suggested the United States should take control over the self-governing, mineral-rich territory of American ally Denmark. Vance and one of her three children will be part of a U.S. delegation that will “visit historic sites” and “learn about Greenlandic heritage.” Media …

Greenland party leaders call Trump's behaviour 'unacceptable'
1 week, 5 days ago

Greenland party leaders call Trump's behaviour 'unacceptable'

Raw Story  

The leaders of all Greenland's political parties on Friday denounced US President Donald Trump's vow to take over the Danish autonomous island. "We -- all party leaders -- cannot accept the repeated statements about annexation and control of Greenland," the leaders of Greenland's five parliamentary parties said in a joint statement posted on Facebook. Danish Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen …

Greenland’s party chiefs unite against Trump’s annexation threats
1 week, 6 days ago

Greenland’s party chiefs unite against Trump’s annexation threats

Politico  

Greenland hit back on Friday, with the party leaders calling Trump’s saber-rattling “unacceptable” and lambasting his “attempts to create discord.” We “cannot accept the repeated statements about annexation and control of Greenland,” the leaders of the five parties elected to Greenland’s parliament wrote, adding it was “unacceptable” behavior targeted toward an ally. But a change in government is unlikely to …

Greenland PM calls for ‘tougher rejection’ of Trump’s plan to take island
1 week, 6 days ago

Greenland PM calls for ‘tougher rejection’ of Trump’s plan to take island

Al Jazeera  

Outgoing Prime Minister Mute Egede says ‘disrespect’ for Greenland must stop as US president again says he wants Arctic island. Greenland’s outgoing Prime Minister Mute Egede has called for a stronger rejection by local politicians of United States President Donald Trump’s promise to take over the strategically-located island, warning that “enough is enough”. Speaking earlier at the White House alongside …

Trump asserts 'annexation will happen' after Greenlanders vote pro-independence party to power
1 week, 6 days ago

Trump asserts 'annexation will happen' after Greenlanders vote pro-independence party to power

Firstpost  

Since taking office in January, Trump has vowed to make Greenland —a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark— part of the United States, saying it is vital to US security interests, an idea rejected by most Greenlanders US President Donald Trump addresses a joint session of Congress at the Capitol in Washington. “We are going to have to make a deal on …

Greenland’s election winners push back against Trump’s wish to take control of the island
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2 weeks ago

Greenland’s election winners push back against Trump’s wish to take control of the island

The Hindu  

Greenland’s likely new Prime Minister on Wednesday rejected U.S. President Donald Trump’s effort to take control of the island, saying Greenlanders must be allowed to decide their own future as it moves toward independence from Denmark. But on Wednesday Mr. Nielsen was quick to push back against Mr. Trump, who last week told a joint session of Congress that the …

Greenland's new PM reject's Trump's bid to seize the island and insists 'we don't want to be Americans' as he sets out independence vision
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2 weeks ago

Greenland's new PM reject's Trump's bid to seize the island and insists 'we don't want to be Americans' as he sets out independence vision

Daily Mail  

Greenland's new prime minister on Wednesday rejected Donald Trump's effort to take control of the island, telling the U.S. President that 'we don't want to be Americans'. Jens-Frederik Nielsen's Demokraatit, Greenland's new PM, rejected Donald Trump 's effort to take control of the island Trump is focused on Greenland because it straddles strategic air and sea routes in the North …

Annexation of Greenland will happen: Donald Trump
2 weeks ago

Annexation of Greenland will happen: Donald Trump

India Today  

President Donald Trump expressed confidence on Thursday that the United States would annex Greenland, despite Denmark’s repeated refusals to sell the territory. Speaking to reporters in the Oval Office, Trump said, “I think that will happen.” Greenland's pro-business opposition Demokraatit party, which wants a slow approach to independence from Denmark, won Tuesday's parliamentary election. However, Greenland’s likely new prime minister …

Did Greenland general election result pour cold water over Trump's dream to ‘buy’ strategic island? Here's what we know
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Did Greenland general election result pour cold water over Trump's dream to ‘buy’ strategic island? Here's what we know

Hindustan Times  

Amidst Donald Trump's promise to seize control of Greenland, the centre-right opposition party of the semi-autonomous state has emerged victorious in the nation's general election. Here's what Demokraatit party has to say Speaking to Sky New, Demokraatit leader Jens-Friederik Nielsen declared that the outcome of the election should make it abundantly evident to Trump that “Greenland is not for sale.” …

Setback for Trump? Pro-independence party opposing US President’s annexation plans wins big in Greenland elections
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Setback for Trump? Pro-independence party opposing US President’s annexation plans wins big in Greenland elections

Live Mint  

The Centre-right Demokraatit Party has won Greenland's parliamentary elections, held in the shadow of US President Donald Trump's goal of annexing the island. Celebrating the victory, Demokraatit party leader Jens-Frederik Nielsen called it a "historic result in Greenland's political history.” The vote is, however, not enough for the pro-business Demokraatit Party to single-handedly rule the Arctic territory. The Danish Broadcasting …

Greenland’s center-right opposition wins closely watched election dominated by Trump’s annexation threat
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Greenland’s center-right opposition wins closely watched election dominated by Trump’s annexation threat

CNN  

CNN — Greenland’s pro-business opposition party won the Arctic island’s closely-watched parliamentary election on Tuesday, following a race dominated both by US President Donald Trump’s annexation threat and growing calls from residents for independence from Denmark. “We don’t want independence tomorrow, we want a good foundation.” This year, Trump’s idea to annex the territory has thrown an international spotlight on …

Centre-right opposition wins Greenland election dominated by Trump pledge
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Centre-right opposition wins Greenland election dominated by Trump pledge

Al Jazeera  

Greenland’s centre-right opposition Demokraatit party has won a parliamentary election overshadowed by United States President Donald Trump’s pledge to take control of the strategically placed Arctic island. Trump’s pledge Since taking office in January, Trump has promised to make Greenland – a semi-autonomous territory of Denmark – part of the US, saying it is vital to US security interests. Greenland’s …

Trump's Greenland takeover plan looms large over the nation's election
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Trump's Greenland takeover plan looms large over the nation's election

Daily Mail  

President Donald Trump's wish to take over Greenland is looming over the island as it holds its elections on Tuesday amid a debate about its future. 'As I made clear during my Joint Address to Congress, the United States strongly supports the people of Greenland's right to determine their own future. One poll found that 85% of Greenlanders do not …

Greenland Holds Elections As Trump Seeks Control Of Island
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Greenland Holds Elections As Trump Seeks Control Of Island

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING NUUK, Greenland — Polls opened in Greenland for early parliamentary elections Tuesday as U.S. President Donald Trump seeks control of the strategic Arctic island. Polls indicate support for Greenland’s independence The mood was festive Tuesday at the sole polling station in Greenland ’s capital city, Nuuk. “So we’re really, really looking to Europe right now to see …

Polls open in Greenland for parliamentary elections as Trump seeks control of the strategic island
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Polls open in Greenland for parliamentary elections as Trump seeks control of the strategic island

LA Times  

People line up in the background to cast their vote in parliamentary elections, in Nuuk, Greenland, Tuesday. Polls opened in Greenland for early parliamentary elections Tuesday as President Trump seeks control of the strategic Arctic island. Polls indicate support for Greenland’s independence The mood was festive Tuesday at the sole polling station in Greenland ’s capital city, Nuuk. “So we’re …

As Greenland goes to the polls, Trump’s aggressive stance has heightened the stakes
2 weeks, 2 days ago

As Greenland goes to the polls, Trump’s aggressive stance has heightened the stakes

CNN  

CNN — Elections in Greenland, an island home to about 57,000 people, are usually a local affair. Speaking about Greenland in his speech to Congress last week, Trump said, “I think we’re going to get it one way or the other” – reigniting fears of the United States attempting to take the island by force or economic coercion. Greenlandic social …

Greenland votes as Trump wants to take control of the strategic island
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2 weeks, 2 days ago

Greenland votes as Trump wants to take control of the strategic island

New Indian Express  

NUUK: The single polling station in Greenland’s capital city is ready. U.S. President Donald Trump has made clear he wants to take control of the region that occupies a strategic North Atlantic location and contains rare earth minerals key to driving the global economy. “I think most of us have been scared since the new year because of interest,” Pipaluk …

Greenland general election: As Trump eyes island, why the vote matters
2 weeks, 2 days ago

Greenland general election: As Trump eyes island, why the vote matters

Al Jazeera  

Amid growing pro-independence mood and the threat of a Trump takeover, Greenlanders vote in a pivotal election. His comments were quickly refuted by Prime Minister Egede, who proclaimed: “Greenland is ours.” Some experts believe Trump’s remarks have reignited discussions around independence from Denmark, which pays annual subsidies to the island. “It isn’t up to Denmark or the US.” Ebbe Volquardsen, …

A look at the history of Greenland, from Viking raiders to Donald Trump
2 weeks, 3 days ago

A look at the history of Greenland, from Viking raiders to Donald Trump

Associated Press  

NUUK, Greenland — Greenland is having a moment in the international spotlight as U.S. President Donald Trump maneuvers to gain control of the mineral-rich Arctic territory that most people know only as a huge icy island at the top of the world. Finding no survivors, he builds a new settlement at Kangeq, near modern day Nuuk, Greenland’s capital, and begins …

What makes Greenland a strategic prize at a time of rising tensions? And why now?
2 weeks, 3 days ago

What makes Greenland a strategic prize at a time of rising tensions? And why now?

Associated Press  

NUUK, Greenland — When U.S. President Donald Trump first suggested buying Greenland in 2019, people thought it was just a joke. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print “Greenland — located on the crossroads between North America, Europe and Asia, and with enormous resource potential — will only become more strategically important, with all …

‘Historic moment’: Greenland steps into global spotlight ahead of election
2 weeks, 3 days ago

‘Historic moment’: Greenland steps into global spotlight ahead of election

Al Jazeera  

The desire for independence from Denmark grows while most reject US proposals to acquire the icy island. Nuuk, Greenland – Greenland’s most popular social media influencer announced her political bid just weeks ahead of Tuesday’s elections as she felt the winds of change blowing across the vast Arctic island. Greenland has captured the world’s attention since United States President Donald …

Greenland prepares for legislative elections amid calls for independence and threats from Trump
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2 weeks, 5 days ago

Greenland prepares for legislative elections amid calls for independence and threats from Trump

Firstpost  

President Donald Trump’s at-times threatening remarks about seizing Greenland have lent fresh momentum to the self-governing territory’s independence movement Greenland's flag flies in the Igaliku settlement, on July 5, 2024. President Donald Trump’s at-times threatening remarks about seizing Greenland have lent fresh momentum to the self-governing territory’s independence movement. “Donald Trump has kind of sparked the issue of independence again,” …

Independence in focus in Greenland vote, with Trump as backdrop
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Independence in focus in Greenland vote, with Trump as backdrop

Raw Story  

by Pierre-Henry Deshayes with Camille Bas-Wohlert in Copenhagen Greenland votes Tuesday in legislative elections following a campaign largely focused on when -- not if -- to cut ties with Denmark without falling into the clutches of the United States. "Donald Trump has kind of sparked the issue of independence again," University of Greenland political scientist Maria Ackren told AFP. - …

Greenland elections put independence in spotlight as Trump’s colonization rhetoric looms
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Greenland elections put independence in spotlight as Trump’s colonization rhetoric looms

New Indian Express  

NUUK: Greenland votes Tuesday in legislative elections following a campaign largely focused on when—not if—to cut ties with Denmark without falling into the clutches of the United States. US President Donald Trump's threatening remarks about seizing Greenland have lent fresh momentum to the self-governing territory's independence movement. "Donald Trump has kind of sparked the issue of independence again," University of …

Greenland's Leader Issues Defiant Response To Trump's 'We're Going To Get It' Vow
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Greenland's Leader Issues Defiant Response To Trump's 'We're Going To Get It' Vow

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING NUUK, Greenland — Greenland’s prime minister declared Wednesday that “Greenland is ours” and cannot be taken or bought in defiance of a message from U.S. President Donald Trump, who said his administration supported the Arctic island’s right of self-determination — but added that the United States will acquire the territory “one way or another.” Greenlandic Prime Minister …

Greenland’s prime minister says island isn’t for sale as Trump seeks control ‘one way or the other’
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Greenland’s prime minister says island isn’t for sale as Trump seeks control ‘one way or the other’

Associated Press  

NUUK, Greenland — Greenland’s prime minister has a message for President Donald Trump: “Greenland is ours.” Múte Bourup Egede made the statement on Facebook Wednesday, just hours after Trump declared in his speech to a joint session of Congress that he intends to gain control of Greenland “one way or the other.” Relatives and family members throw rice at Salik …

'Somebody Slap Me And Wake Me The F**k Up': Jasmine Crockett Pans 'Nightmare' Trump Speech
3 weeks, 1 day ago

'Somebody Slap Me And Wake Me The F**k Up': Jasmine Crockett Pans 'Nightmare' Trump Speech

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING Rep. Jasmine Crockett called out President Donald Trump as “really psychotic” for saying the United States would gain control over Greenland “one way or the other.” “I don’t even know why we’re fighting with Greenland,” she told Adam Mockler of the progressive MeidasTouch Network following Trump’s Tuesday speech before a joint session of Congress. Somebody slap me …

Greenland’s prime minister says island isn’t for sale as Trump seeks control ‘one way or the other’
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Greenland’s prime minister says island isn’t for sale as Trump seeks control ‘one way or the other’

LA Times  

A woman walks with her dogs on a beach in Nuuk, Greenland, on Tuesday. Greenland’s prime minister has a message for President Trump: “Greenland is ours.” Múte Bourup Egede made the statement on Facebook on Wednesday, just hours after Trump declared in his speech to a joint session of Congress that he intends to gain control of Greenland “one way …

Greenland PM snubs Trump: ‘We don’t want to be Americans or Danes’
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Greenland PM snubs Trump: ‘We don’t want to be Americans or Danes’

Al Jazeera  

‘Not for sale’, says Mute Egede as the US leader reiterates interest in acquiring the island, painting a picture of prosperity for its ‘incredible people’. Our future is determined by us in Greenland.” During his annual speech to the US Congress on Tuesday night, Trump said he wanted to take the island “one way or the other”, promising financial gain …

Locals in Greenland now have two fears: Trump and climate change
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

Locals in Greenland now have two fears: Trump and climate change

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Many in this semi-autonomous territory are worried and offended by Trump’s threats to seize …

Takeaways from AP’s report on Greenlanders resisting Trump’s talk of acquiring their homeland
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Takeaways from AP’s report on Greenlanders resisting Trump’s talk of acquiring their homeland

Associated Press  

NUUK, Greenland — Greenlanders have been pushed into the global spotlight in the weeks since U.S. President Donald Trump said America could take over their Arctic homeland. They say Trump’s comments have ignited unprecedented interest in full independence from Denmark — a key issue in a parliamentary election on March 11. Many in this semi-autonomous territory are offended by Trump’s …

On a cold northern island, a mantra rises: 'Greenland is not for sale'
3 weeks, 2 days ago

On a cold northern island, a mantra rises: 'Greenland is not for sale'

New Indian Express  

NUUK: On a boat, surrounded by snow-covered mountains and icebergs in shades of blue, Qooqu Berthelsen points to the breaking sea ice as a worrisome sign. "My concern," says the 23-year-old hunter, fisher and tour company owner, "is that Trump will come and take Greenland." He then repeats what has become a mantra for Greenlanders in the weeks since US …

Two Greenlanders share contrasting views on U.S. overtures to acquire their homeland
1 month ago

Two Greenlanders share contrasting views on U.S. overtures to acquire their homeland

NPR  

Two Greenlanders share contrasting views on U.S. overtures to acquire their homeland Two Greenlanders share contrasting views on U.S. overtures to acquire their homeland, following a January visit to the territory by President Trump's eldest son. She spoke with two men with diverging perspectives on a recent visit from President Trump's son, Don Jr. JUANA SUMMERS, BYLINE: Donald Trump Jr. …

Trump’s desire for Greenland sets feelings on fire in the Arctic
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Trump’s desire for Greenland sets feelings on fire in the Arctic

CNN  

Nuuk, Greenland CNN — The comings and goings at Greenland’s new international airport in its capital Nuuk look a bit different of late, as journalists like me come here to see what all the fuss is about. “Greenland is the front door for North America,” said Tom Dans, leaning into the arguments of Greenland’s importance to US national security. He …

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