What can the EU and Nato do to stop Trump from trying to claim Greenland?

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 5 min read 100% complete by Jon HenleyJanuary 12, 2026 at 06:00 AM

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The Trump administration has repeatedly expressed interest in acquiring Greenland, citing national security concerns, which has created a dilemma for the EU and NATO. Greenland is a self-governing part of Denmark, an EU member, and is covered by NATO's defense guarantees through Denmark's membership. In response, European leaders are exploring strategies to deter the US, including diplomatic lobbying of US lawmakers, emphasizing the existing US-Danish defense treaty, and highlighting the potential damage to NATO unity. NATO is considering increasing military spending and exercises in the Arctic to address US security concerns. The EU also possesses the option of economic sanctions against the US.

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Key Player Opposition Context

Baltic Sea 30% Jacob Isbosethsen 40% Russia 40% China 40% Jesper Møller Sørensen 50% Mette Frederiksen 50% European Union ×380% North Atlantic Treaty Organization ×480% Denmark ×685% Donald Trump ×390% United States ×690% Greenland ×995%

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greenland 100% trump administration 90% us security concerns 80% nato 80% eu 70% territorial integrity 60% sovereignty 60% military presence 50% arctic security 50% diplomacy 40%