Greenland

Discussions in Germany have intensified over potentially boycotting the 2026 FIFA World Cup hosted in the United States, Mexico, and Canada, in response to President Donald Trump's repeated comments about annexing Greenland. Lawmakers from the ruling Christian Democratic Union have suggested considering such a measure as a last resort if the annexation occurs. A recent survey indicates nearly half of Germans would support the boycott under those circumstances.

January 22, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Donald Trump's threats against Greenland have made Arctic security urgent. As one of NATO's Arctic nations, Sweden could take a central role in the region's security efforts. The government wants to contribute to increased NATO presence there.

US President Donald Trump has warned that he could impose tariffs on European countries, including Denmark, to pressure for the annexation of Greenland on national security grounds. The threat follows a White House meeting between US and Danish officials, where Trump's territorial ambitions were rejected. Denmark and Greenland have deemed the statements totally unacceptable.

January 15, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

US Senators Jeanne Shaheen and Lisa Murkowski have introduced bipartisan legislation to prevent any American annexation or military operations in Greenland, amid concerns over President Trump's threats to control the territory. The move aims to protect NATO alliances and reassure Denmark, which administers Greenland. Diplomatic tensions persist, with Denmark forming a working group with US officials while bolstering its military presence.

In the latest escalation of tensions over U.S. President Donald Trump's renewed push to acquire Greenland, Vice President JD Vance urged European leaders on Thursday to take the claims seriously for national security reasons. This follows a January 6 joint statement from multiple European nations backing Denmark and Greenland's self-determination.

January 06, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Following a joint European statement defending Greenland's sovereignty, Denmark announces military reinforcements and increased NATO activity on the island amid comments from a Trump advisor dismissing resistance to potential US annexation.