Summary
Greenland's leader has warned that the territory must be ready for a possible armed attack from the United States. This follows President Donald Trump's arrival in Davos for discussions about Greenland's future. Although the Trump administration has not ruled out military action, they prefer to purchase Greenland, which Denmark and Greenland have said is not for sale.
Key Facts
- Greenland's leader says they must be ready for a possible U.S. attack, although it's unlikely.
- President Trump is in Davos discussing Greenland's future.
- The Trump administration has not ruled out armed action to seize Greenland but prefers to buy it.
- Denmark and Greenland have stated Greenland is not for sale.
- An attack by a NATO member on another is seen as undermining NATO's collective defense principle.
- Denmark's defense minister believes a NATO state attacking another remains hypothetical.
- A Danish politician warned of conflict if the U.S. invaded Greenland.
- President Trump has suggested that the situation will result in a satisfactory outcome for NATO and the U.S.
