The Controversy Surrounding Greenland: U.S. Aspirations and Danish Sovereignty

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken dismissed Donald Trump's interest in Greenland, warning such a move would alienate allies. Trump reiterated plans for potential U.S. control over the Arctic island for national security reasons. Denmark maintains Greenland will not become a U.S. state, emphasizing its current semi-sovereign status.

In a stark rebuke, U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has dismissed President-elect Donald Trump's interest in acquiring Greenland, describing the idea as unfeasible. Blinken's comments were made during a press conference in Paris amid concerns about Trump's foreign policy approach.

As President-elect Trump continues to express intentions of taking control of Greenland, Denmark's foreign minister affirmed Greenland's autonomy, stressing it's unlikely to ever become a U.S. state. Blinken emphasized the importance of maintaining strong alliances rather than pursuing actions that could alienate allies.

Greenland, crucial for U.S. strategic military interests, remains a semi-sovereign territory under the Danish realm. Prime Minister Mute Egede of Greenland reiterated the island's stance, advocating for its independence and denouncing the idea of a U.S. purchase.

(With inputs from agencies.)