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TUE · 2026-01-13 · 13:35 GMTBRIEF NSR-2026-0113-7254
NSR-2026-0113-7254News Report·EN·Human Rights
Inuit fisherman fears US takeover of Greenland
In January 2026, an Inuit fisherman in Greenland, Joel Hansen, expressed his opposition to a potential US takeover of the territory. Hansen fears the possibility of becoming an American citizen, citing the United States' historical mistreatment of indigenous populations as a primary concern.
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-01-13 · 13:35 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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In January 2026, an Inuit fisherman in Greenland, Joel Hansen, expressed his opposition to a potential US takeover of the territory. Hansen fears the possibility of becoming an American citizen, citing the United States' historical mistreatment of indigenous populations as a primary concern. The news report highlights the anxieties of some Greenlanders regarding potential American influence or control over their homeland. The fisherman's perspective underscores the complex relationship between Greenland, the US, and the indigenous Inuit population. The article suggests a growing apprehension among some Greenlanders about the future of their nation.
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"I'm terrified to be American."
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Inuit Greenlander Joel Hansen opposes a US takeover of his home.
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The United States’ poor treatment of indigenous peoples is one reason for Hansen's opposition.
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