Washington, D.C. – Former President Donald Trump has once again stirred diplomatic tensions by expressing his strong interest in acquiring Greenland, despite Denmark’s firm rejection of such a proposal in the past. In a recent phone conversation, sources report that Trump directly contacted Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, reiterating his desire to bring the autonomous Arctic territory under U.S. control.
The conversation, which lasted about 45 minutes, was reportedly heated. Trump, known for his bold and unconventional foreign policy, insisted that Greenland was of vital importance to the United States, citing its strategic location and natural resources. Frederiksen, however, stood her ground, repeating that Greenland is not for sale.
During the call, Trump’s frustration became evident, with some reports indicating that he threatened Denmark with economic consequences, including potential tariffs, should they refuse to engage in discussions about the sale of Greenland. Danish officials have since described the exchange as “intense” and expressed surprise at the aggressive tone.
This move follows Trump’s initial attempt in 2019 to purchase Greenland, which was swiftly dismissed by both Denmark and Greenland’s government. The island, which is an autonomous territory of Denmark, has repeatedly emphasized its desire to maintain control over its future, with Prime Minister Mute Egede reiterating that decisions regarding the territory will be made by Greenlanders, not foreign powers.
Despite Denmark’s and Greenland’s firm stance, Trump’s renewed push has sparked fresh discussions about the geopolitical significance of the Arctic region. Greenland is home to the U.S. Thule Air Base, which is of strategic importance to the United States’ military presence in the region. As competition in the Arctic intensifies, particularly with Russia and China expanding their influence, Trump’s comments have added fuel to the ongoing debate over global power dynamics in the Arctic.
As of now, Denmark has made no official statements on the contents of the phone call, but the political fallout could have lasting implications for U.S.-Denmark relations, especially if Trump were to secure a second term in office.