Trump advocates for US acquisition of Greenland, citing security concerns

"Greenland is a wonderful place. We need it for international security. And I’m sure that Denmark will come along — it’s costing them a lot of money to maintain it, to keep it," Trump said.

He added that Greenland is not only needed by the US, but it is also important "for international security."

"You have Russian boats all over the place, you have China’s boats all over the place — warships — and they (Denmark - ed.) can’t maintain it," Trump noted.

Trump wants to buy Greenland

US President-elect Donald Trump has expressed his desire to make Greenland part of the United States. He has not ruled out the use of force to persuade Denmark.

For centuries, the island has been under Denmark's control — initially as a colony and now as a semi-sovereign territory within the Kingdom of Denmark. Greenland is subject to the Danish constitution, meaning any change in its legal status would require constitutional amendments.

Earlier, it was reported that Denmark privately sent proposals regarding Greenland to Trump’s team. Copenhagen has no intention of "selling" the island but is open to discussing other US requests.

Trump’s future national security advisor, Mike Waltz, stated that the president is considering various options for gaining control over Greenland.

In addition, Trump’s allies introduced a bill proposing the "purchase of Greenland." The legislation would allow Trump to begin negotiations as soon as he officially assumes office on January 20.

Meanwhile, Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen responded to Trump’s ambitions regarding Greenland during a conversation with the US president-elect. According to her, the island’s autonomy must decide independently on its path to independence.