"Greenland is very important for the national security, including of Denmark," Trump told reporters in the Oval Office. "We didn't manage to change the American position," Rasmussen told reporters outside the Danish embassy in Washington. The Danish military will support the preparation of exercise activity, according to the nation's Joint Arctic Command. 'We stand with the kingdom' of Denmark, Greenland saysGreenlandic leaders appear to be shifting their approach to handling the diplomatic crisis. Trump's desire for Greenland contrasts with Americans' opposition to annexation of the Arctic island, according to a new poll.

Source: The Edge Markets January 15, 2026 05:04 UTC