Donald Trump has refused to rule out using military force to gain control of Greenland, the world's largest island and an autonomous territory within Denmark, a fellow Nato member. In an interview on NBC's Meet The Press, the US president said: 'I don't rule it out. I don't say I'm going to do it, but I don't rule out anything. We need Greenland very badly.'
Trump has repeatedly expressed interest in US expansion into Greenland, citing its strategic importance for defence and future mineral wealth. The comments have triggered widespread condemnation and unease both on the island and in the global diplomatic community.
During the same interview, Trump was asked about using military force against Canada, an idea he dismissed as 'highly unlikely'. However, he reiterated his desire to make Canada the 51st US state, claiming the US subsidises Canada by $200bn a year. A recent poll found 68% of Americans believe Trump is serious about taking over Greenland, though 76% oppose the idea.
