Trump is serious about buying Greenland – US Secretary of State

Rubio emphasized that Trump's remarks regarding the security situation in the Arctic region, where Greenland is located, should not be taken as a joke.

"It is not about acquiring land for the purpose of acquiring land. This is in our national interest, and it needs to be solved. President Trump's put out what he intends to do, which is to purchase it," the Secretary of State emphasized.

However, Rubio declined to speculate on whether the US could secure control over Greenland during Trump’s presidency.

He added that the matter was clearly a priority for the President and that over the next four years, US interests in the Arctic would be better protected.

Trump seeks to buy Greenland

The US President, Donald Trump, has expressed his desire to make Greenland a part of the United States and has not ruled out using force to persuade Denmark.

For centuries, the island has been under Denmark's control (formerly as a colony, 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 amendments.

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

Trump’s National Security Advisor, Mike Woltz, stated that the President is considering various options for controlling Greenland.

Additionally, Trump’s allies introduced a bill for the purchase of Greenland, proposing that negotiations could begin once he officially takes office on January 20.

Meanwhile, Denmark is taking measures to manage Trump’s requests. Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen attempted to secure support from European allies through a tour of Berlin, Paris, and Brussels, seeking to demonstrate unity while avoiding escalating the situation.