Denmark Open to U.S. Military Talks on Greenland

Denmark has opened discussions with President-elect Donald Trump regarding a potential increase in U.S. military presence in Greenland, while firmly stating that the island is not for sale. This comes in response to Trump's renewed interest in acquiring Greenland, which he claims is vital for U.S. national security amid growing geopolitical tensions in the Arctic. Danish officials have sought to clarify Trump's intentions, hoping to avoid a public conflict while addressing his security concerns. Greenland's Prime Minister Múte Egede has expressed a desire for independence and emphasized that the island should remain under Greenlandic control, stating, "We do not wish to be Danish or American; we want to be Greenlandic." Despite some local enthusiasm for the possibility of joining the U.S., Danish leaders are keen to maintain Greenland's sovereignty. The Danish government is preparing for a meeting with Trump, although they do not expect it to occur before his inauguration.