Danish PM seeks European unity over Trump's Greenland claims

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen is seeking support from European leaders in response to U.S. President Donald Trump's renewed interest in acquiring Greenland, which he claims is necessary for 'international security.' Frederiksen's diplomatic efforts included meetings with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and French President Emmanuel Macron, emphasizing the need for European unity in light of the changing geopolitical landscape. Denmark recently announced a $2 billion investment to enhance security in the Arctic, including new ships and drones, amid rising tensions. Trump has asserted that Greenland's residents would support a potential acquisition, despite local leaders and Frederiksen maintaining that the territory is not for sale. The island's strategic location and natural resources are significant, as melting Arctic ice opens new shipping routes. Officials in Greenland are pushing for independence while remaining open to business with the U.S., but they have consistently rejected the notion of selling their land.