On January 18, 2026, US President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to fire up his long-shot plan to buy Greenland, claiming Denmark has “been unable to” push out a perceived Russian threat. ❄️🌍
Here’s the quick scoop:
- Russian threat? Trump says NATO has warned Denmark for 20 years to “get Russian threat away from Greenland,” but “nothing was done.”
- Greenland for sale? He insists “it will be done,” adding he’s ready to crank up tariffs on EU allies until the US can buy the island.
- Denmark & Greenland react: Both leaders firmly say the island isn’t for sale and aren’t keen on joining the US.
- Russia’s take: Moscow calls the US stance “double standards” and rejects any threat claims.
Why is Greenland such a hot topic? 🤔
- Arctic location = new shipping lanes as ice melts.
- Mineral wealth like rare earths and critical metals for tech gadgets.
- Strategic outpost for military and climate research.
With climate change opening up the Arctic and big powers jostling for influence, Greenland has become the latest chess piece in global geopolitics. 🌐✌️
What do you think? Is buying Greenland a bold move, or just another wild Trump headline? Drop your thoughts! 💬
Reference(s):
Trump says getting 'Russian threat' away from Greenland 'will be done'
cgtn.com
