Washington (TDI): US President Donald Trump is once again considering ways to bring Greenland under US influence, with the White House confirming that all options, including military action, remain on the table.
This marks a revival of Trump’s long-standing interest in the Arctic territory, despite strong opposition from European allies. According to a White House statement, Trump views Greenland as a critical national security asset, essential for countering rival powers in the Arctic region. “The president and his team are exploring multiple approaches to achieve this strategic goal. Naturally, the US military is always an option available to the commander-in-chief,” the statement said.
Greenland has consistently rejected the idea of joining the United States. European leaders, along with Canada, reiterated their support for the territory, emphasizing its sovereignty and the right of its 57,000 residents to determine their own future. Any attempt by the US to seize Greenland would strain NATO relations and deepen tensions between Trump and European nations.
Despite the resistance, Trump’s interest has been renewed in recent days following the US arrest of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Trump has expressed confidence that American dominance in the Western Hemisphere will remain unchallenged and has increased pressure on countries such as Colombia and Cuba.
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio clarified during a classified briefing to congressional leaders that recent administration statements should not be interpreted as a signal of imminent invasion, emphasizing that the goal is a negotiated purchase from Denmark, according to Reuters.
Some members of Congress, including Republicans, voiced concerns over the administration’s approach. Democratic Senator Jeanne Shaheen and Republican Senator Thom Tillis, co-chairs of the Senate NATO Observer Group, stated, “When Denmark and Greenland make it clear that Greenland is not for sale, the United States must honor its treaty commitments and respect Denmark’s sovereignty.”
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US officials argue that Greenland’s untapped mineral resources, critical for both military and high-tech industries, make it a key strategic asset. Challenges such as limited infrastructure and labor shortages have so far prevented full exploitation.
