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How does Trump plan to acquire Greenland?

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Trump's administration considers multiple strategies to acquire Greenland, including purchase and potential military action, citing national security and resource interests. Danish and European leaders firmly reject these plans, warning of severe consequences for NATO if force is used. The White House prefers a purchase but has not ruled out military options, sparking widespread international criticism and concerns about alliance stability.

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White House considers options to acquire Greenland

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  • Trump cites national security and resources as reasons to acquire Greenland 1m 1s
  • Danish and European leaders reject U.S. proposal, affirming Greenland's autonomy 1m 23s
  • Congressional Democrats warn against aggressive action toward Denmark 1m 34s
  • White House considers a range of options, including military, for Greenland 1m 57s
  • Secretary of State Rubio says Trump prefers buying, not taking, Greenland 2m 10s

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White House considers options to acquire Greenland
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CBS News
1 day ago
White House considers options to acquire Greenland

Trump argues Greenland is vital for U.S. national security and rare earth minerals, but Danish and European leaders reject the proposal, affirming Greenland belongs to its people.

White House considers options to acquire Greenland
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CBS News
1 day ago
White House considers options to acquire Greenland

Congressional Democrats warn aggressive U.S. action could destroy NATO; the White House insists the U.S. deserves more access and is discussing various options.

White House considers options to acquire Greenland
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CBS News
1 day ago
White House considers options to acquire Greenland

An official statement says the president and his team are considering a range of options to pursue this goal, including potential military use.

White House considers options to acquire Greenland
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CBS News
1 day ago
White House considers options to acquire Greenland

Secretary of State Marco Rubio told lawmakers Trump wants to buy Greenland, not take it by military force.

European leaders blast Trump over Greenland takeover discussions
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CBS News
1 day ago
European leaders blast Trump over Greenland takeover discussions

President Trump has not ruled out military force to take Greenland, pushing NATO toward unprecedented conflict.

Why does Donald Trump want to take over Greenland?
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France 24
1 day ago
Why does Donald Trump want to take over Greenland?

Strong U.S. statements include advisers suggesting military action is possible if Greenlanders refuse, with all options on the table.

White House considering military force in Greenland takeover bid
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Euronews
1 day ago
White House considering military force in Greenland takeover bid

The White House states U.S. military action is 'always an option' in Trump's bid to acquire Greenland.

White House considering military force in Greenland takeover bid
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Euronews
1 day ago
White House considering military force in Greenland takeover bid

Trump floated the idea of purchasing Greenland after returning to office, citing national security as the primary motivation.

Trump sees acquiring Greenland as a national security priority
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CBC News
2 days ago
Trump sees acquiring Greenland as a national security priority

White House Press Secretary says acquiring Greenland is a national security priority, with military action always an option.

U.S. takeover of Greenland would be "devastating" to NATO relations
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CBS America
2 days ago
U.S. takeover of Greenland would be "devastating" to NATO relations

White House confirms it is discussing options to acquire Greenland, including taking it by force.

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