Summary
Thousands of people in Greenland's capital, Nuuk, protested against President Donald Trump's attempts to take control of Greenland. They carried signs saying "Greenland is not for sale" and marched to the U.S. Consulate. Trump announced new taxes on certain European goods, apparently as a response to their opposition to U.S. control over Greenland.
Key Facts
- The protest in Nuuk was one of Greenland's largest, involving nearly a quarter of the city's population.
- Protests also occurred in Copenhagen and Canada in support of Greenland's self-governance.
- President Trump plans to impose a 10% import tax on goods from eight European countries, increasing to 25% by June.
- Trump argues that Greenland is needed for U.S. national security due to competition from China and Russia in the Arctic.
- European countries have sent troops to Greenland to support its autonomy and oppose U.S. control.
- A U.S. congressional delegation is in Greenland and Denmark to calm tensions and oppose forced acquisition.
- President Trump made statements on social media about European troops creating a dangerous situation.
