06.01.2026 17:48
Leaders of Europe's leading countries emphasized that the protection of Greenland is a strategic priority for Europe, drawing attention to the security balances in the Arctic region following U.S. President Donald Trump's statements regarding Greenland. The statement included a clear message to Trump with the phrase, "The authority to make decisions regarding the island belongs solely to Denmark and Greenland."
The discussion ignited by U.S. President Donald Trump's statements that "We need Greenland" has been met with a response from Europe's giants. In a joint statement published by seven countries, including Germany, France, and the United Kingdom, it was emphasized that the sovereignty rights of the island cannot be discussed and that security in the region will be ensured by NATO within the framework of UN principles.
French President Emmanuel Macron, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, and Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen issued a joint statement regarding U.S. President Donald Trump's remarks about annexing Greenland.
CLEAR MESSAGE FROM EUROPE TO WASHINGTON
In the joint declaration published through the Danish Prime Minister's Office, the leaders of Germany, France, Italy, Poland, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Denmark spoke with one voice. The statement, which noted that the security of the Arctic region is a "key priority" for Europe, closed the door to Trump's demands with the phrase, "The authority to make decisions regarding the island solely belongs to Denmark and Greenland."
"NO COMPROMISE ON UN CONDITIONS"
The statement emphasized that there will never be a retreat from the defense of universal principles such as sovereignty, territorial integrity, and inviolability of borders in the Arctic region. It was reminded that security should be ensured collectively with NATO allies, including the U.S., and it was highlighted that any unilateral move would be contrary to international law.
DISCUSSION OF THE RUSSIAN AND CHINESE THREAT
U.S. President Donald Trump recently mentioned the strategic importance of Greenland for national security, claiming that the region is surrounded by Russian and Chinese ships. The European side reiterated that the U.S. is already a "significant partner" in the region, referring to the defense agreement dated 1951, but this does not mean transferring sovereignty rights.
DENMARK'S STRONG RESPONSE: WE DO NOT ACCEPT THE THREAT
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen maintained her firm stance, as she had in previous statements. Frederiksen stated that they will never accept threats against Denmark and Greenland, expressing that any military approach towards a NATO ally would have irreparable consequences.