Events

NBC: Trump has privately ramped up his focus on Canada, complaining to aides in recent weeks about Canada's vulnerability to U.S. adversaries in the Arctic, according to current and former U.S. officials

The German military is pulling its reconnaissance team out of Greenland. Fifteen soldiers are reportedly leaving the Arctic island on a civilian flight to Copenhagen

Greenlandic Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen led a protest in Nuuk, Greenland on Saturday opposing President Trump's plan to annex the Arctic territory

President of the @EU_Commission: The pre-coordinated Danish exercise, conducted with allies, responds to the need to strengthen Arctic security and poses no threat to anyone. The EU stands in full solidarity with Denmark and the people of Greenland. Dialogue remains essential, and we are committed to building on the process begun already last week between the Kingdom of Denmark and the US. Tariffs would undermine transatlantic relations and risk a dangerous downward spiral. Europe will remain united, coordinated, and committed to upholding its sovereignty

Danish Foreign Minister: The President’s statement comes as a surprise. Earlier this week, we had a constructive meeting with Vice President Vance and Secretary Rubio. The purpose of the increased military presence in Greenland, to which the President refers, is to enhance security in the Arctic. We agree with the US that we need to do more since the Arctic is no longer a low tension area. That’s exactly why we and NATO partners are stepping up in full transparency with our American allies.

Starmer responds to Trump: Our position on Greenland is very clear — it is part of the Kingdom of Denmark, and its future is a matter for the Greenlanders and the Danes. We have also made clear that Arctic security matters for the whole of NATO, and allies should do more together to address the threat from Russia across different parts of the Arctic. Applying tariffs on allies for pursuing the collective security of NATO allies is completely wrong. We will, of course, be pursuing this directly with the US administration

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands: We have taken note of President Trump’s announcement on tariffs. Military efforts related to exercises in Greenland are intended to contribute to security in the Arctic region. The Netherlands is in close contact with the @EU_Commission and partners on our response

"Amenaces inacceptables": Emmanuel Macron respon a Donald Trump sobre Groenlàndia i promet una resposta europea "unificada"

Protesters in Denmark and Greenland demonstrated against President Donald Trump's demand that the Arctic Island be ceded to the US, calling for it to be left to decide its own future

Trump: Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, The United Kingdom, The Netherlands, and Finland have journeyed to Greenland, for purposes unknown. This is a very dangerous situation for the Safety, Security, and Survival of our Planet. These Countries, who are playing this very dangerous game, have put a level of risk in play that is not tenable or sustainable. Therefore, it is imperative that, in order to protect Global Peace and Security, strong measures be taken so that this potentially perilous situation end quickly, and without question. Starting on February 1st, 2026, all of the above mentioned Countries (Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, The United Kingdom, The Netherlands, and Finland), will be charged a 10% Tariff on any and all goods sent to the United States of America. On June 1st, 2026, the Tariff will be increased to 25%.

Protests under the slogan “Don’t touch Greenland” took place in Danish cities and Nuuk, with groups like Uagut demanding defense of democratic principles and human rights against external interference

The Netherlands will contribute to the joint reconnaissance in Greenland in preparation for a military exercise in the Arctic region

Russia protests NATO troop deployment to Greenland and complains of 'accelerated militarization' in the Arctic

Macron: We will send military reinforcements by land, sea and air to Greenland

Danish official says "fundamental disagreements" remains after talks with VP Vance and Marco Rubio

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot announced that his country will open a consulate in Greenland on February 6 and said that the "blackmail" by the United States against the Danish island must end.

Trump: NATO must pave the way for us to acquire Greenland, otherwise Russia or China will get it.

Trump: NATO will become stronger and more effective with US control of Greenland

Trump: Greenland is extremely important to the "Golden Dome" project.

Trump: The United States needs Greenland for the purpose of National Security. It is vital for the Golden Dome that we are building. NATO should be leading the way for us to get it. IF WE DON’T, RUSSIA OR CHINA WILL, AND THAT IS NOT GOING TO HAPPEN! Militarily, without the vast power of the United States, much of which I built during my first term, and am now bringing to a new and even higher level, NATO would not be an effective force or deterrent - Not even close! They know that, and so do I. NATO becomes far more formidable and effective with Greenland in the hands of the UNITED STATES.

Macron on Greenland: If sovereignty of an ally is affected, knock-on effects would be unprecedented. We do not underestimate statements on Greenland

French Foreign Minister: Greenland has chosen Denmark, NATO, and the European Union

Greenland official says people are "very worried" about Trump's calls to take over the island, calling it “unfathomable.”

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen: We want to strengthen security cooperation in the Arctic—with the United States, NATO, Europe, and our Arctic NATO allies. Just as the Baltic states do not defend NATO’s eastern flank alone, security in the Arctic is a shared responsibility. NATO must protect Greenland as it does every part of its territory, and that collective guarantee is the strongest defense against Russian or Chinese threats in the Arctic

The Danish Prime Minister and the Premier of Greenland will hold a press conference at 3pm Danish time. —TV2

The foreign ministers of Denmark and Greenland will meet U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio tomorrow to make their case against Donald Trump’s threats over the Arctic island

Germany's Merz says he shares Trump's security concerns about Greenland and wants a NATO-based solution, not confrontation. "We share the American concerns that this part of Denmark needs to be better protected I hope that we will reach a mutually acceptable solution within NATO”

NATO is weighing new initiatives to strengthen vigilance around Greenland, including an “Arctic Sentry” concept modeled on “Baltic Sentry” using aircraft and vessels to protect critical infrastructure. Denmark is expected to set the direction and pace - VG

“If we don’t take Greenland, Russia or China will take Greenland, and I’m am not going to let that happen,” President Donald J. Trump tells reporters earlier onboard Air Force One, stating that he would love to make a deal with them instead of military action, but says, “one way or the other, we’re gonna have Greenland.”

Trump: "I'm a fan of Denmark too. They've been very nice to me. But the fact that they had a boat land there [Greenland] 500 years ago doesn't mean they own the land. I'm sure we had lots of boats go there also."