Trump’s Interest in Greenland centers on its Arctic dominance and rare earth minerals critical for tech/defense. Strategically, Greenland’s location bolsters U.S. missile defense (via Thule Air Base) and counters Russian/Chinese Arctic ambitions. Its untapped resources—rare earths (neodymium, lithium), oil, and gas—align with Trump’s goals to reduce reliance on China. Historically, the U.S. sought Greenland since 1946; Trump revived this in 2019, framing it as a “national security necessity.” However, 85% of Greenlanders reject annexation, viewing it as colonialist, while Denmark called the idea “absurd.” Melting ice intensifies Arctic rivalry, but Greenland’s self-determination and international law make U.S. control unlikely. Trump’s push reflects strategic urgency but faces geopolitical and local resistance. (499 chars)
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Why does Trump want Greenland??
Trump’s Interest in Greenland centers on its Arctic dominance and rare earth minerals critical for tech/defense. Strategically, Greenland’s location bolsters U.S. missile defense (via Thule Air Base) and counters Russian/Chinese Arctic ambitions. Its untapped resources—rare earths (neodymium, lithium), oil, and gas—align with Trump’s goals to reduce reliance on China. Historically, the U.S. sought Greenland since 1946; Trump revived this in 2019, framing it as a “national security necessity.” However, 85% of Greenlanders reject annexation, viewing it as colonialist, while Denmark called the idea “absurd.” Melting ice intensifies Arctic rivalry, but Greenland’s self-determination and international law make U.S. control unlikely. Trump’s push reflects strategic urgency but faces geopolitical and local resistance. (499 chars)
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