Summary
President Donald Trump stated that the U.S. wants to start talks to acquire Greenland. He described Greenland as part of North America and said the U.S. could protect it. Trump emphasized that he does not want to use military force for this plan.
Key Facts
- President Trump announced the U.S. aims to negotiate for Greenland.
- He called Greenland "part of North America" and "our territory".
- Trump made these statements at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
- He claimed the U.S. is best suited to protect Greenland.
- NATO officials warned that a military move on Greenland could end NATO.
- Trump clarified he does not intend to use military force.
- Greenland is a semi-autonomous region of Denmark.
- The White House has not ruled out force, but Trump emphasized peaceful negotiations.
