Rubio: Seizing Greenland by ‘military means’ an option for US

Al JazeeraCenterEN 1 min read 100% complete January 7, 2026 at 09:00 PM
Rubio: Seizing Greenland by ‘military means’ an option for US

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In January 2026, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the possibility of the United States gaining control of Greenland, potentially "by military means," remains an option. This statement came as former President Donald Trump renewed discussions about acquiring the territory. Rubio indicated he would meet with Danish officials the following week to discuss the matter. While emphasizing a preference for diplomacy, Rubio suggested that President Trump could consider using force, addressing potential NATO concerns regarding the situation. The context suggests the US is exploring options for acquiring Greenland, with both diplomatic and military approaches under consideration.

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