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Rubio: US Interested in Greenland, But Not Through Military Means

Published January 7, 2026, 05:07
Rubio: US Interested in Greenland, But Not Through Military Means

The US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, has affirmed that the United States is interested in purchasing Greenland, but dismissed the notion that this implies a military intervention. The comments were made during a closed briefing to members of Congress, according to the Wall Street Journal. Former President Trump had previously expressed interest in acquiring Greenland during his first term. Recently, the US government has escalated its rhetoric regarding Greenland, with White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt confirming that the use of military means is also being considered. Greenland is an autonomous territory of Denmark, and a potential purchase by the US has sparked discussion and concern.