Why is there so much international interest in Greenland?

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 3 min read 100% complete January 16, 2026 at 10:28 PM

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The article discusses the growing international interest in Greenland, a resource-rich island with a small population. It highlights a diplomatic dispute between Denmark, which governs Greenland, and the United States. The BBC's Europe Editor, Katya Adler, explains that Greenland has attracted interest from figures like former President Donald Trump. The article suggests this interest stems from the island's strategic location and potential resources, making it a point of contention between the two nations. The timing of this renewed focus is not explicitly stated, but the article implies it is a current and ongoing issue.

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North Atlantic 30% Minnesota 30% Denver 30% Caribbean 30% California Bay Area 30% Minneapolis 40% Katya Adler 40% International Space Station (ISS) ×250% Donald Trump 60% Denmark 70% United States ×680% Greenland ×290%

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