Trump does not exclude the use of an army in the appropriation of Greenland
The day after members of his administration, including Vice -President JD Vance, visited the US Military Base in Greenland, Trump is in an interview with NBC News He said he « absolutely » had talks about Greenland annexation.
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– We’ll get Greenland. Yes, 100% – Trump said, according to the media.
During his visit, Vance sharply criticized Denmark on Friday, accusing her of lagging behind in security investments and leaving Greenland exposed to the invasion of Russia and China. He encouraged Greenland residents to separate from Denmark to open the space to talk between the US and that territory of his takeover.
After his visit, Vance told reporters not to signal a change in American politics. Instead, he emphasized that Trump does not believe that the military force is needed to take over Greenland.
« We don’t think the military force will ever be needed, » Vance said at the Pituffy Space Base base.
Trump did not exclude military intervention after all
Asked about these comments during the NBC interview, Trump repeated his determination to take control of the island, but said that there was a « good option » to do so without military intervention.
– No, I never exclude a military force. But I think there is a good opportunity that we can do it without military force. We have an obligation to protect the world. This is for world peace, this is for international security. That’s my obligation while I’m president. No, I don’t exclude anything, ”Trump said.
In his statements, Vance said Denmark « too little invested » in Greenland safety.
– Our message to Denmark is very simple. You did not act well for the Greenland people. That must change. And since it has not changed, President Trump’s policy towards Greenland is as it is, ”he said.
The Danish Minister of Foreign Affairs, Lars Løkke Rasmussen, replied Vance on the platform X after visiting, saying in a video on the social network, sometimes known as Twitter, that his country can accept criticism, but not « appreciate the tone of » commentary on Trump administration about Denmark.
« This is not how he addresses close allies, » he said.
He has now called for cooperation with Denmark to improve military presence in Greenland. The new Prime Minister Greenland, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, also said the comments show the « lack of respect » towards the island. The Denmark is a NATO member and the residents of Greenland say they are against the merger of the United States.
Nevertheless, the US president continues with plans.
– We need Greenland, and this is very important, for international security. We have to have Greenland – he said at the White House on Friday.
