US signals military option in push for Greenland control

The United States has signalled it is considering all options—including the use of military force—to assert control over Greenland, citing national security concerns.

The White House reportedly views the Arctic island as strategically vital and says President Donald Trump and his national security team are weighing diplomatic, economic and military scenarios, reports BBC.

Trump has long expressed interest in bringing Greenland under US control, a stance that has triggered strong reactions internationally.

The remarks have raised alarm among NATO allies. Several European countries have voiced support for Denmark, with the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy and Spain issuing a joint statement affirming that Greenland’s future can only be decided by its people and the Danish government.

Greenland’s Prime Minister, Jens-Frederik Nielsen, sharply criticised Washington’s comments, urging respect for international law and territorial integrity. He called on the United States to avoid unilateral actions and pursue dialogue through respectful and lawful channels.

Home to about 57,000 people, Greenland has drawn increased global attention as climate change opens new Arctic shipping routes and exposes vast reserves of rare minerals. Analysts say Washington’s interest is also driven by a desire to counter growing Russian and Chinese influence in the region.

Experts warn that any attempt to forcibly alter Greenland’s status—part of NATO ally Denmark—could trigger an unprecedented diplomatic crisis in the transatlantic alliance and pose a serious risk to regional stability.