The US President, Donald Trump, has stated his intention to acquire Greenland before an upcoming visit to the territory by his Vice President, JD Vance. Trump emphasized that acquiring Greenland is essential for international safety and security. However, the majority of Greenland’s population, which is seeking full independence from Denmark, strongly opposes coming under US rule. This declaration has raised concerns, not only in Denmark and Greenland but also in Russia, where President Vladimir Putin views the US’s ambition to acquire Greenland as an extension of its long-standing interest in the Arctic. The US’s interest in Greenland is largely due to its strategic importance and the wealth of natural resources it offers, making the acquisition part of a broader global scramble for control in the Arctic.

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