Trump demands Denmark hand over Greenland

Donald Trump, the US President, held a tense phone call with Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, during which he persistently demanded the transfer of Greenland to US jurisdiction. This is reported by Financial Times, citing information from five current and former senior European officials.

Conflictual dialogue

The publication's sources described the conversation as extremely tense and noted Trump's aggressive and ultimatum-like tone. The US President showed no interest in Denmark's proposals for developing cooperation within NATO or other allied initiatives, focusing exclusively on the issue of transferring Greenland.

According to sources, the conversation ended "very badly". Trump's manner of communication caused bewilderment and concern in Danish government circles.

Serious intentions or political manoeuvre?

Initially, Trump's statements about Greenland were viewed by European officials as a tool for increasing US influence over the NATO country. However, according to Financial Times, against the backdrop of his recent actions, more and more diplomats are beginning to believe that the President is genuinely aiming for the annexation of the planet's largest island.

Some experts link Trump's interest to the geopolitical significance of Greenland, its abundant natural resources, and its strategic location in the Arctic.

Denmark's reaction and international significance

Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen previously called the idea of selling Greenland "absurd", which, according to observers, could also have been a factor exacerbating the tension. In Copenhagen, it has been repeatedly emphasised that Greenland, which has autonomous status, remains an integral part of the Kingdom of Denmark.

If the US continues to apply pressure, it could trigger a serious diplomatic crisis, analysts believe. An attempt to annex such a large-scale object could lead to a global review of Arctic policy, intensified competition with Russia and China, and a undermining of trust within NATO.