European leaders unite against Trump's Greenland ambitions
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz assessed that borders cannot be altered by force. He added that there is unrest in Europe today due to recent statements from the USA. This follows Donald Trump's suggestion that he would like to acquire Greenland. Prime Minister Donald Tusk also addressed the issue.
"The start of the year in politics is unexpectedly heated. Regional security, the Baltic Sea, and transatlantic relations were the topics of my discussions today with the prime ministers of Denmark, Sweden, Finland, and the German chancellor," wrote polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk on platform X.
Shortly afterwards, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz posted on social media.
"Borders must not be moved by force. This principle applies to every country, whether in the East or the West. In talks with our European partners, there is an uneasiness regarding recent statements from the US. It is clear: We must stand together," emphasised Scholz.
This is a consequence of Donald Trump's comments, in which he expressed his desire for Greenland to join the United States and threatened that if refused, "very high tariffs" could be imposed on Denmark.
Referencing his earlier proposal to buy Greenland from Denmark, Trump stated that Greenland and the free world require security, protection, strength, and peace. He called such a deal essential and concluded with the slogan, "MAGA. Make Greenland Great Again."
The situation was further escalated by the son of the US President-elect, who on Tuesday flew his father's plane to Nuuk, the capital of Greenland.
Greenland's Prime Minister, Mute Egede, affirmed on Facebook that the country's future and pursuit of independence are solely the people's decisions. At the same time, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen firmly rejected any notion that the island might be for sale.
