The reaction of Greenland and Denmark to the annexation plans of the island by US President Donald Trump was fast and decisive. The head of the Greenland Government, Mota, Augede announced an urgent meeting of the leaders of the island's parties through statements by the US President.
“I disagree with the US President's attempt to invade our country. Since this cannot be ignored, although I consider it my duty to respect the election results, I decided to meet parties as soon as possible. We, the Greenland, are not stupid, and the scornful behavior of Trump should be restricted more strictly than we have done together in the past, ”Aged said.
At the same time, Danish Defense Chairman Rasmus Yarlov expressed his indignation about the discussions between the US President and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte the possibility of Greenland annexation. The politician stressed that such an action would mean a war between the two NATO member countries.
“We are not delighted that NATO Secretary General jokes with Trump about Greenland. It would mean a war between the two NATO countries. Greenland has just voted against immediate independence from Denmark and never wants to be American. I'm not talking for them. I'm talking about what they say and what they feel. They will die rather than they become part of the US Trump (or any other US, if it has gone), ”Yarlov said.
Trump's statements were made during a meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. The US President said Greenland's annexation will happen because it is necessary for international security. He also added, referring to Rutte, "We will talk to you yet," hinting at the further discussion of this topic.
The US President also stressed that NATO has started fulfilling its obligations and increasing funding by hundreds of billion dollars, so the Alliance has become stronger.
