Cyprus Times

Trump's Pursuit of Greenland Plunges Relations with Denmark into Uncertainty

Published January 6, 2026, 07:11
Trump's Pursuit of Greenland Plunges Relations with Denmark into Uncertainty

The US government's desire to acquire Greenland has sparked a diplomatic crisis with Denmark, which is responsible for the region's foreign policy. Trump views Greenland as vital to US national security due to its strategic location in the Arctic Ocean and the increasing military activity of Russia and China. However, Denmark has firmly rejected the idea of selling or ceding Greenland to the US, warning of serious consequences for relations with NATO in the event of military intervention. Greenland's strategic importance lies in monitoring the growing presence of Russia and China in the Arctic region, where climate change and geopolitical tensions are increasing military activity.