U.S. President Revives Greenland Tensions; Pressures Denmark Over Russian Threat

President Donald Trump criticized Denmark for failing to address the 'Russian threat' in Greenland, a region he insists is crucial for U.S. security interests. Despite NATO's warnings, he claims, Denmark has been inactive. Trump is now pushing for Greenland's purchase, threatening tariffs otherwise.

U.S. President Donald Trump accused Denmark of inaction regarding the supposed Russian threat looming over Greenland. Trump asserts that the territory, while currently under Danish control, is vital to American security interests.

Through a social media post, Trump criticized Denmark for not addressing NATO's concerns over Russia's influence in the region for decades. The Danish government, alongside Greenlandic leaders, remains firm in their stance against selling the autonomous territory to the United States.

To increase pressure, Trump plans to implement tariffs on European allies, demanding the purchase of Greenland. This latest development revives tensions in the region, highlighting geopolitical frictions involving the encroaching presence of China and Russia.

(With inputs from agencies.)