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Trump’s Push for Greenland

Trump’s Push for Greenland

Summary

At the start of 2026, President Donald Trump pushed for the U.S. to control Greenland, which is an icy area that belongs to Denmark. He said it was important for military reasons and because of its resources. The move caused problems with Denmark and other European countries.

Key Facts

  • President Donald Trump wanted the U.S. to control Greenland in 2026.
  • Greenland is an autonomous Danish territory in the Arctic.
  • Trump said Greenland was important for military and resource reasons.
  • Danish and Greenlandic leaders did not agree with Trump's plan.
  • Trump threatened European countries with economic tariffs.
  • The situation caused tensions between the U.S. and Europe.
  • Local Inuit people in Greenland were affected by these events.

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