Summary
President Donald Trump stated in Davos, Switzerland, that he wanted the U.S. to acquire Greenland, citing its strategic location. He claimed that the U.S. had given Greenland back to Denmark after World War II, although Greenland was never officially owned by the U.S. Trump mistakenly mentioned Iceland instead of Greenland multiple times during his speech.
Key Facts
- President Trump expressed interest in acquiring Greenland for its strategic position.
- Trump confirmed that the U.S. would not use force to acquire the land.
- During World War II, the U.S. defended Greenland after Germany invaded Denmark.
- Greenland has remained a part of Denmark and has not been owned by the U.S.
- In 1953, Greenland was incorporated into Denmark and gained representation in the Danish Parliament.
- Trump confused Greenland with Iceland several times in his speech.
- Greenland is a territory within Denmark, with its own parliament and growing autonomy.
