U.S. reportedly discusses idea of acquiring Greenland — military option not ruled out
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Summary: White House says options, including military use, are being discussed to pursue U.S. interests in Greenland.
The United States government is reportedly exploring a range of options, including the potential use of military force, to pursue control of Greenland, according to statements linked to the White House. The startling development, which has drawn attention online and in diplomatic circles, stems from comments around Washington’s strategic interest in the Arctic island and its geopolitical value.
Greenland is a vast, sparsely populated territory that is part of the Kingdom of Denmark. Its location in the Arctic — along with untapped natural resources and its proximity to Russia — has made it increasingly important in military and security calculations.
U.S. interest in the island has been raised in past discussions on security and defence cooperation, but the latest remarks suggest that officials are reviewing a broad spectrum of approaches, including hard options.
According to reports circulating online, the White House stated that various scenarios are under consideration to achieve what it described as “key foreign policy goals” related to Greenland’s future.
That includes the idea that, under the U.S. Constitution, the President has the authority to use military force where national interests are deemed at stake — though such a decision would almost certainly draw intense global scrutiny.
Using military force to gain territorial goals might be challenging, especially when it's a democratic region connected to a NATO member like Denmark. Researchers indicate that these discussions show how geopolitical rivalry and changing power dynamics in the Arctic are drawing previously peaceful areas into broader strategic discussions.
There’s no official confirmation that any specific plan will be pursued, and no formal diplomatic steps toward changing Greenland’s status have been announced. Still, the talk of military options underscores how the Arctic — long seen as remote and peripheral — is drawing increased attention from world capitals as strategic interests evolve.
