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After Venezuela, Greenland Sends Out an SOS

Published January 8, 2026, 08:13
After Venezuela, Greenland Sends Out an SOS

Denmark is expressing strong concerns about US intentions towards Greenland, following the dispatch of troops and bombers to Venezuela. Donald Trump has repeatedly expressed his desire to acquire Greenland, even offering the appointed special envoy to “make Greenland part of the United States.” Denmark faces the same dilemma as Europe in general: it relies on US weapons for its defense but struggles to resist US pressure. Trump appears determined to seize Greenland before leaving office, disregarding international law and the will of the island’s inhabitants. The author compares Greenland’s situation to that of Crimea, arguing that Trump could use similar tactics to justify the occupation of the island. Greenland is rich in natural resources, which further fuels US interest in the region. The article emphasizes that Trump’s actions threaten international stability and undermine the rules governing relations between states. Denmark is in a difficult position, as it must protect its interests without jeopardizing its alliance with the US.