Summary
Thousands of people in Greenland protested against President Donald Trump's actions and statements about wanting the U.S. to take over the Arctic island. In response to Greenland's rejection, Trump announced a 10% import tax on goods from eight European countries. The protest in Nuuk, Greenland's capital, was one of the largest in the island's history.
Key Facts
- Thousands marched in Nuuk, Greenland, protesting against President Trump's intentions to take over Greenland.
- Protesters held signs, waved their national flag, and chanted "Greenland is not for sale."
- Trump announced a 10% tariff on goods from eight European countries following their opposition to U.S. control of Greenland.
- The U.S. Consulate in Nuuk was the destination of the protest march.
- The protest was described as one of the biggest in Greenland's capital, involving nearly a quarter of Nuuk's population.
- Similar protests were held in Copenhagen, Denmark, and in Nunavut, Canada.
- The protests aimed to support Greenland’s self-governance and highlight the importance of NATO cooperation.
- Greenland is a self-governing territory with significant strategic and mineral resources.
