Trump Urges US Acquisition of Greenland, Citing Strategic Importance at Davos

At the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos, US President Donald Trump reiterated his call for the United States to acquire Greenland from Denmark, describing the decision to return the island after World War II as "stupid." Trump emphasized the strategic importance of Greenland, situated between the US, Russia, and China, and claimed only the US could effectively defend it. He criticized Denmark's defense capabilities and labeled the country "ungrateful" for its current stance. While acknowledging respect for Greenland and Denmark, Trump urged immediate negotiations, highlighting the island's military history and geopolitical significance amid ongoing tensions with Europe.