European Leaders Condemn U.S. Intentions to Acquire Greenland

European leaders have expressed strong opposition to President Donald Trump's renewed interest in acquiring Greenland, emphasizing the island's sovereignty and warning against any unilateral actions. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stated that a U.S. takeover of Greenland would effectively end the NATO alliance.

Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen firmly rejected any U.S. intentions to acquire the island, declaring that "enough is enough" and emphasizing Greenland's openness to dialogue based on mutual respect.

In a joint statement, leaders from France, Germany, Italy, Poland, Spain, and the United Kingdom affirmed that Greenland "belongs to its people" and that decisions concerning the island are solely for Denmark and Greenland to make.

President Trump has not ruled out using military force to control Greenland, citing the island's strategic importance for U.S. national security. However, Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated that the administration's intent is to purchase Greenland, not to use military intervention.

Denmark and Greenland have scheduled talks with the U.S. to address the situation, emphasizing the importance of inclusive dialogue that involves Greenland. Both nations stressed their position: "Nothing about Greenland without Greenland."

European Union leaders have reiterated their support for Greenland and Denmark, emphasizing that any decisions regarding Greenland must involve its people and that violations of international law are unacceptable.