US says it will discuss Greenland ownership with Denmark next week

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete January 7, 2026 at 06:14 PM

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Amidst rising tensions over the US's interest in acquiring Greenland, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio will meet with Denmark next week to discuss the matter. This follows President Trump's consideration of options, including military force, to acquire the territory, which the US views as vital to its security. Concerns escalated after US military action in Venezuela. European leaders have voiced strong support for Denmark's sovereignty over Greenland, emphasizing that only Denmark and Greenland can decide on their relationship. They stressed that Arctic security should be achieved collectively through NATO allies, upholding the principles of the UN Charter. The situation remains sensitive, with discussions ongoing between the US and its allies.

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Stephen Miller 30% Katie Miller 30% Nicolás Maduro 40% France ×240% Venezuela ×250% Jean-Noël Barrot ×250% North Atlantic Treaty Organization ×260% Donald Trump ×270% Marco Rubio ×480% Denmark ×690% United States ×690% Greenland ×10100%

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greenland ownership 100% us foreign policy 80% national security 70% military force 60% denmark 60% us-denmark relations 50% arctic security 50% territorial integrity 40% nato alliance 40%