Summary
A group of U.S. Congress members visited Denmark to show support amid President Donald Trump's interest in acquiring Greenland, a territory of Denmark. Trump suggests Greenland is important for U.S. security and has proposed to buy it, a move opposed by both Denmark and Greenland. European NATO allies, concerned about the Arctic's security, have also shown their support for Denmark.
Key Facts
- U.S. Congress members visited Denmark and met with Danish and Greenlandic leaders.
- President Trump wants the U.S. to acquire Greenland, citing security concerns.
- Denmark and Greenland oppose Trump's plan to buy Greenland.
- The U.S. already has a military base in Greenland with over 100 personnel.
- Trump suggests Denmark cannot protect Greenland from potential Russian or Chinese threats.
- Denmark warns that forcibly taking Greenland could harm NATO, a military alliance.
- Several European countries have sent troops to Greenland as a show of support.
- The U.S. Congressional delegation includes both Democratic and Republican members.
