Trump frames Greenland as essential US security asset — Trump repeatedly posted that Greenland is vital to U.S. national security and should be secured under NATO leadership [1][2]. The administration scheduled a White House meeting with Danish foreign minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen and Greenlandic foreign minister Vivian Motzfeldt, attended by Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio [2][3]. Officials have not ruled out using force to acquire the territory, signaling a willingness to consider all options [1][4]. European allies criticized the stance as a threat to sovereignty and NATO cohesion [2][4].

Greenlandic leaders and public reject any sale — Greenland’s prime minister Jens‑Frederik Nielsen declared the island “not for sale” and demanded any decision rest with Greenlandic voters [1][3]. A Verian poll conducted last year showed 85 % of Greenlanders oppose joining the United States [3]. Two Nuuk residents told Reuters that monetary offers would not sway public opinion [4]. The Danish prime minister warned that a U.S. seizure could jeopardize NATO, reinforcing Greenland’s insistence on self‑determination [3].

NATO allies warn US move could fracture alliance — Britain, France, Germany, Italy, Poland and Spain warned that unilateral U.S. action would have serious consequences for the alliance [4]. NATO discussions have focused on bolstering Arctic security, including proposals for a maritime Arctic Sentry and increased deployments [2]. Denmark cautioned that forceful U.S. control could end the transatlantic alliance [3]. Analysts described the Washington talks as a potential turning point for Arctic security architecture [2].

White House discussions explore purchase, independence, and force options — The White House is evaluating a range of pathways, from a purchase agreement to supporting Greenlandic independence or, as a last resort, military intervention [1][3]. Trump warned reporters that if diplomatic talks fail, the United States would take the “hard way” [4]. Danish and Greenlandic diplomats met with Trump advisers to outline these options [4]. No final decision has been announced, and the talks remain in a diplomatic stalemate [1].