According to a report by Xinhua News Agency, White House Press Secretary Leavitt stated on Jan. 6 that US President Trump and his team are discussing a "range of options" to acquire Greenland, including "the use of U.S. military forces."
In an email to a Xinhua reporter, Leavitt confirmed that Trump has clearly stated, acquiring Greenland is a U.S. national security priority, crucial for deterring our adversaries in the Arctic region. Trump and his team are discussing "a range of options to achieve this important foreign policy goal," and "the use of U.S. military forces" remains an available option for him as Commander-in-Chief.
Trump Claims Greenland "Full of Russian and Chinese Ships"; Danish Foreign Minister: False
Danish Foreign Minister Rasmussen stated on Jan. 6 that U.S. President Trump's claim that Greenland is "full of Russian and Chinese ships" does not align with the facts.
Rasmussen participated in a special meeting of the Danish Parliament's Foreign Policy Committee on "The Kingdom of Denmark's Relations with the United States" that day. Speaking to the media afterward, he said the U.S. has misinterpreted Greenland. He stated, "We do not share the view that Greenland is full of Chinese investment," because that is not the reality.
Rasmussen said the Danish government, together with the Greenlandic autonomous government, has requested a meeting with the U.S. side, hoping to hold talks with U.S. Secretary of State Rubio to clarify misunderstandings regarding Greenland's security and external influence.
Trump recently made remarks on the so-called Greenland security issue, questioning Denmark's ability to maintain local security and criticizing Denmark for investing too little in Arctic security affairs. He also claimed Greenland is "full of Russian and Chinese ships."
In response to a question at a regular press conference on Jan. 5 regarding Trump's statement that the U.S. needs Greenland partly because it is "surrounded" by Chinese ships, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian said China urges the U.S. to stop using the so-called "China threat" as an excuse to seek its own selfish gains.
Joint Statement by Five Nordic Countries: Matters Concerning Denmark and Greenland Should Be Decided by Themselves
On Jan. 6 local time, the foreign ministers of Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden issued a joint statement. The statement said that as Nordic Arctic countries and NATO allies, the five countries are jointly committed to maintaining security, stability, and cooperation in the Arctic region. They have taken all measures to enhance deterrence and defense in the region and support NATO's strengthened presence and vigilance there.
The statement emphasized that the foundation of Arctic security is based on respect for the UN Charter and the fundamental principles of international law, including the principle of the inviolability of borders. The Kingdom of Denmark (including Greenland) is a founding member of NATO and has historically cooperated closely with the United States in Arctic security. The 1951 Defense Agreement provides a framework for security cooperation.
The statement reaffirmed that matters concerning Denmark and Greenland should be decided by Denmark and Greenland themselves.
Greenland is located in northeastern North America and is the world's largest island. It is an autonomous territory within the Kingdom of Denmark, with a high degree of self-governance, while the Danish government handles defense and foreign affairs. The United States currently maintains a military base on Greenland.
Since taking office in 2025, US President Trump has repeatedly expressed a desire to acquire Greenland and claimed he does not rule out the use of force. On Jan. 4 of this month, Trump stated that Venezuela might not be the last country the US intervenes in and said, "We absolutely need Greenland."
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