Trump Issues Fresh Warning on Greenland Over Denmark Support

January 14, 2026

New Delhi: US President Donald Trump issued a new warning regarding Greenland on Wednesday, targeting the North Atlantic island’s Prime Minister, Jens-Fredrik Nielsen. Trump said, “That’s his problem. I don’t agree with him. I don’t know who he is, I don’t know anything about him, but it will be a big problem for him.”

Nielsen had already made it clear that Greenland would not become part of the United States and that his primary focus was maintaining relations with Denmark.

‘We stand with Denmark’: Prime Minister Nielsen clarifies his position

Standing alongside Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, Nielsen told Reuters, “We are facing a geopolitical crisis, and if we had to choose between the United States and Denmark right now, we would choose Denmark. We are united in the Kingdom of Denmark.”

Greenland’s leaders and people are focused on long-term independence, rather than immediate autonomy, and prioritize stability under NATO’s security blanket.

Trump calls Russia and China a threat

Trump has repeatedly supported the US acquiring Greenland and warned that if this does not happen, Russia or China could increase their influence there. Trump said, “Greenland should make this deal because Greenland does not want Russia or China to take it over.” He sarcastically criticized the island’s weak security, saying, “Do you know what their security is? Two dog sleds. Meanwhile, Russian and Chinese destroyers and submarines are everywhere. We won’t let this happen.”

‘We need ownership, not just bases’

Trump acknowledged that the US already maintains military bases in Greenland, but said that’s not enough. “You need more than that. You need ownership. You really need title,” he said.

Denmark calls it a ‘decisive moment’

Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said the country is at a “decisive turning point” amid Trump’s threats. Copenhagen has repeatedly reiterated that Greenland is not for sale and the island’s autonomy will be respected.

Controversy over potential invasion plan

According to a Daily Mail report, Trump has directed senior Special Forces commanders to prepare for a possible military action against Greenland. However, top military officials have questioned the plan’s legality and political feasibility.

Disagreement within military leadership

The report states that the Joint Chiefs of Staff are opposing the plan, calling it illegal and stating that it cannot be implemented without congressional approval. Sources said the generals tried to divert Trump’s attention to less controversial tasks, such as monitoring Russian ‘ghost’ ships or potential action against Iran.