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Trump’s stated reasons for taking Greenland are wrong – but the tactics fit with the plan to limit China’s economic interests

In 2019, during his first term, U.S. President Donald Trump expressed a desire to buy Greenland, which has been a part of Denmark for some 300 years. Danes and Greenlanders quickly rebuffed the offer at the time.

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Bernie Sanders rips Trump: If he wants Greenland, he should start by giving Americans what Greenlanders already have

Bernie Sanders always tells it like it is.

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Is Denmark Responding to Trump's Arctic Pressure? Troops Arrive in Greenland for Long-Term Exercises

Denmark has deployed combat soldiers and allied forces to Greenland for long-term Arctic training exercises, coordinated with NATO and the Greenlandic government, unrelated to Trump's past Greenland comments.

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Sean Hannity backs Trump’s bizarre plan to bribe Greenlanders with a life-changing sum, calling it a ‘no-brainer’

He believes it’s a great deal!

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Crybaby Donald Trump now pitching his Greenland invasion idea to Norway’s PM, with a ‘prize’ as the cherry on top

On January 19, 2026, multiple pages on social media platforms, including X (formerly Twitter), reported on the disclosure of a private letter sent by United States President Donald Trump to the Norwegian Prime Minister, Jonas Gahr Støre. As highlighted in these posts, Trump allegedly informed Støre that, contrary to his…

The Mary Sue

US lawmakers seek to block Trump’s threatened tariffs on European allies

Democrats lead legislative charge to block imposition of tariffs as some Republicans break from Trump

The Guardian - US

Top EU official blasts Trump for going back on his word after Greenland threats: ‘A deal is a deal’

Another European leader warned: ‘International law, it's not a game’

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‘Trump not welcome’: Protesters burn US flag in Switzerland ahead of president’s Davos trip

US president is facing widespread backlash across Europe as he pushes to take Greenland from Denmark

The Independent UK

NORAD says US planes will soon arrive in Greenland - but its for long-planned activities with Denmark approval

NORAD said such activities — which come amid heightened tensions resulting from Trump’s overtures — are routine

The Independent UK

Greenland’s tragedy: the dream of independence now looks like a trap laid by Donald Trump

Denmark and its former colony have a complex relationship, but for now they must speak with one voice against US colonial ambitions, says Rune Lykkeberg, editor-in-chief of the Danish newspaper Information

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Trump Shares Private Conversation With Macron, Who Urged Him to Discuss Greenland Over Paris Dinner

French President Emmanuel Macron questioned US President Donald Trump's growing interest in Greenland in a text exchange, proposing a private dinner and a multilateral G7 discussion to address Arctic security.

International Business Times UK

Has Greenland banned Donald Trump and his descendants?

A post claiming that Greenland has banned Trump and the next 100 generations of his descendants has racked up millions of views and thousands of shares. But ultimately, it was published by a satirical news channel.

Euronews

Medieval 'super ship' found wrecked off Denmark is largest vessel of its kind

Divers have unearthed the largest cog shipwreck ever discovered in a strait off Denmark, signalling a period of economic development in medieval Europe.

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International Business Times UK

Where Is Davos? Denmark Snubs Economic Forum As Donald Trump Escalates Greenland Row

With Denmark boycotting Davos and geopolitical tensions soaring over Trump's Greenland annexation push, the World Economic Forum descends into political theatre. Key leaders and nations are conspicuously absent from this year's gathering.

The Guardian - UK

Europe condemns Trump’s ‘new colonialism’ as Greenland crisis grows

US president says there is ‘no going back’ on goal of controlling Arctic territory as Emmanuel Macron leads European resistance

The Independent UK

Trump trolls Greenland with AI picture of president planting flag on ‘US territory’

Trump continues to ramp up the pressure in his bid to take over the Danish territory despite worldwide backlash

International Business Times UK

Trumps Letter to Norwegian Prime Minister 'Reads Like a 12-Year-Old's' and Gets Slammed Online: 'Where Was His Staff?'

Donald Trump's letter to Norway's PM tying Greenland threats to his Nobel Peace Prize snub has been slammed online as childish, heightening diplomatic tensions with European allies.

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Euronews

Newsletter: NATO sources ‘optimistic’ Trump will climb down on tariff threats

Also in this newsletter: controversy over Trump's Gaza Peace Board after France rejects invite, and how a vote of no confidence in Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen is falling flat as Greenland feud diverts attention.

International Business Times UK

Denmark Sold Little Saint James to America in1917 – Now It's Known as Epstein's Island

Uncover the link between Denmark's 1917 sale of the Virgin Islands and Little Saint James becoming Epstein's Island—from colonial transfer for £18.6 million ($25 million) to modern controversies and resort plans

Marie Claire

Trust Me, I Travel For a Living - 6 Simple Scandinavian Wellness Principles To Follow That'll Boost Mind and Mood

Raincoats at the ready.

Euronews

Europe's impossible puzzle: defend Ukraine from Putin and Greenland from Trump

Europe's rush to defend of Denmark's sovereignty against threats from the US echoes the defence of Ukraine's sovereignty against Russia – and raises the uncomfortable question of whether both sides of the Atlantic can continue working together to defend Kyiv.

International Business Times UK

Russia and China Unite Against Trump's Greenland Takeover as Kremlin Predicts 'Historic' Legacy

Russia and China criticised Trump's Greenland takeover bid, with Moscow declaring it would cement his legacy whilst Beijing accused Washington of exploiting security fears.

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Even the Kremlin has had enough of Donald Trump’s obsession with Greenland as Russia reiterates fact that the country belongs to Denmark

Russia has accused Trump and the U.S. of double standards over Greenland.

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Trump’s Greenland ambitions could wreck 20th-century alliances that helped build the modern world order

Make Denmark angry. Make Norway angry. Make NATO’s leaders angry.

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