India  

Donald Trump isn't the first US president to want Greenland - here's why

Sky News Saturday, 11 January 2025
Donald Trump isn't the first US president to want Greenland - here's whyWhen President-elect Donald Trump talked about acquiring Greenland for the United States he was following a long tradition of US presidents musing about this issue.
0
shares
ShareTweetSavePostSend
 
Video Credit: Oneindia - Published
News video: Greenland On Sale: Trump's Terms & Conditions To buy Greenland Officially Drafted | What's Next

Greenland On Sale: Trump's Terms & Conditions To buy Greenland Officially Drafted | What's Next 03:13

US President-elect Donald Trump’s allies propose legislation to buy Greenland from Denmark, citing national security. Greenland’s pro-independence leader Mute Egede expressed readiness to discuss, despite emphasizing Greenlandic independence aspirations. Greenland, the world’s largest island...

You Might Like


💡 newsR Knowledge: Other News Mentions

Donald Trump Donald Trump President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)

VIDEO: Trump Wants To Become 'Next Pope' | Trump ' Fever' Grips Vatican After U.S. POPE Francis Jibe [Video]

VIDEO: Trump Wants To Become 'Next Pope' | Trump ' Fever' Grips Vatican After U.S. POPE Francis Jibe

In a stunning offhand comment that’s sparked global buzz, U.S President Donald Trump reportedly said, “I’d like to be the next Pope,” following the death of Pope Francis. The remark—interpreted by many as sarcastic—has triggered a wave of reactions from political leaders, religious figures, and the public alike. Is Trump serious, or is this another provocative headline-grabber? Here’s everything we know so far. #Trump #PopeFrancis #Vatican #NextPope #TrumpNews #HolySee #CatholicChurch #BreakingNews #Politics #ReligionAndPolitics #TrumpQuote #PapalSuccession Also Read Canada Election Result Marks Nationalist Comeback Against Donald Trump. Here's Why :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/canada-election-result-marks-nationalist-comeback-against-donald-trump-heres-why-4138623.html?ref=DMDesc Trump Declares Columbus Day Will Remain Unchanged Amid Indigenous Peoples Day Recognition :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/trump-reinstates-columbus-day-amid-indigenous-peoples-day-debate-011-4136967.html?ref=DMDesc ‘I Am Close To India, Pakistan...': US President Donald Trump On Pahalgam Terrorist Attack :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/i-am-close-to-india-pakistan-donald-trump-on-pahalgam-terrorist-attack-4135507.html?ref=DMDesc

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 03:26Published
Trump DECLARES WAR on Amazon as Bezos Launches ‘Hostile’ Tariff Attack—Leavitt SLAMS Political Stunt [Video]

Trump DECLARES WAR on Amazon as Bezos Launches ‘Hostile’ Tariff Attack—Leavitt SLAMS Political Stunt

President Donald Trump has officially declared war on Amazon and its founder Jeff Bezos after the company reportedly planned to display the consumer cost impact of U.S. tariffs — a move the White House calls “hostile and political.” In a fiery press briefing, Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt blasted the retail giant, accusing it of weaponizing prices to undermine the administration’s economic strategy. Is this a corporate stunt or a political power play? Watch the full breakdown and reaction from the White House as tensions between Trump and Bezos reach a boiling point. #TrumpVsBezos #AmazonTariffs #KarolineLeavitt #WhiteHouseBriefing #TrumpNews #AmazonPolitics #TradeWar #JeffBezos #TrumpAdministration #TariffWar #USPolitics #CorporatePower #BreakingNews #PoliticalShowdown Also Read Viral Posts Rename Black Monday To ‘Orange Monday’ Amid Global Market Jitters :: https://www.oneindia.com/india/viral-posts-rename-black-monday-to-orange-monday-amid-global-market-jitters-4116865.html?ref=DMDesc US Market Crash: Will It Trigger A Global Recession And How Does It Impact India? :: https://www.oneindia.com/international/us-market-crash-will-it-trigger-a-global-recession-and-how-does-it-impact-india-4092075.html?ref=DMDesc DeepSeek Shakes Wall Street, Nvidia Bears The Brunt With Nearly $600 Billion In Loses :: https://www.oneindia.com/business/deepseek-shakes-wall-street-nvidia-bears-the-brunt-with-nearly-600-billion-in-loses-4055065.html?ref=DMDesc

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 04:01Published

Unpredictable and disruptive or canny and persistent - what exactly is Trump's foreign policy?

So, after 100 days of Donald Trump the big question for me remains - does the US president have a coherent foreign policy or is he just winging it?
Sky News
Trump Hugs Democrat Whitmer on Stage, Announces Fighter Jet Deal in Shocking 100-Day Michigan Speech [Video]

Trump Hugs Democrat Whitmer on Stage, Announces Fighter Jet Deal in Shocking 100-Day Michigan Speech

President Donald Trump marked his controversial first 100 days in office with a fiery rally in Michigan, delivering what he called an "achievement speech" amid rising economic concerns over his tariff policies. In a surprising moment that stunned both supporters and critics, Trump embraced Democratic Governor Gretchen Whitmer — a longtime political rival — on stage. He also announced a major fighter jet deal to secure the #Trump100Days #TrumpRally #MichiganPolitics #GretchenWhitmer #TrumpNews #FighterJetDeal #USJobs #TariffTrouble #PoliticalShock #TrumpVsWhitmer #ManufacturingAmerica #TrumpEconomy #PresidentialRally #BreakingPolitics ~HT.318~PR.274~ED.346~GR.122~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 03:39Published

Greenland Greenland Autonomous territory of Denmark

Greenland's PM Nielsen says the US has 'not been respectful' towards the territory [Video]

Greenland's PM Nielsen says the US has 'not been respectful' towards the territory

Greenland's PM Nielsen says the US has 'not been respectful' towards the territory Greenland’s Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen said that Greenland can never be bought like a piece of property. Nielsen made the remarks in defiance of US President Donald Trump's stated interest in taking control of the strategic territory. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/04/27/greenlands-pm-nielsen-says-the-us-has-not-been-respectful-towards-the-island Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Credit: euronews (in English)    Duration: 01:00Published
Danish prime minister refutes US claim on Greenland on visit to the Arctic territory [Video]

Danish prime minister refutes US claim on Greenland on visit to the Arctic territory

Danish prime minister refutes US claim on Greenland on visit to the Arctic territory Mette Frederiksen announced plans for her visit after US Vice President JD Vance accused Denmark of underinvesting in the territory during a visit to a US air base in Greenland last week. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/04/03/danish-prime-minister-refutes-us-claim-on-greenland-on-visit-to-the-arctic-territory Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Credit: euronews (in English)    Duration: 01:00Published
"We don’t belong to anyone else' Greenland PM urges unity, CLAIMS Trump won’t take island's control [Video]

"We don’t belong to anyone else' Greenland PM urges unity, CLAIMS Trump won’t take island's control

Greenland’s Prime Minister Jens-Fredrik Nielsen firmly rejects U.S. President Donald Trump’s renewed claim over Greenland, urging Greenlanders to stand strong and not act out of fear. Amid growing U.S. pressure, Nielsen reassures that Greenland belongs to its people and will not fall under American control. With tensions rising, will Greenland maintain its autonomy? Stay updated on the latest developments. #Greenland #GreenlandPM #JensFredrikNielsen #Trump #USPolitics #ArcticSovereignty #BreakingNews #WorldNews #Geopolitics #TrumpGreenland ~HT.318~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 06:19Published
Trump Says U.S Will ‘100%’ Annex Greenland; Military Force ‘Not Off the Table’ [Video]

Trump Says U.S Will ‘100%’ Annex Greenland; Military Force ‘Not Off the Table’

US President Donald Trump has reaffirmed his determination to annex Greenland, stating that military force remains a possibility. Trump’s comments follow Vice President J.D. Vance’s visit to the Arctic island, during which he criticized Denmark’s governance. Danish officials have condemned Trump’s remarks, calling them reckless. Greenland’s prime minister also denounced the US’s “aggressive pressure.” The escalating rhetoric raises concerns about tensions between NATO allies. #Trump #Greenland #USPolitics #Annexation #MilitaryForce #Denmark #Geopolitics #NATO #USForeignPolicy #InternationalRelations #GreenlandConflict #ArcticPolicy #TrumpAdministration #Diplomacy #Tensions #GlobalNews #WorldPolitics #USNews #DanishPolitics #NationalSecurity ~HT.318~ED.102~

Credit: Oneindia    Duration: 05:45Published
Denmark slams Trump administration day after JD Vance underinvestment claims [Video]

Denmark slams Trump administration day after JD Vance underinvestment claims

Denmark slams Trump administration day after JD Vance underinvestment claims During a visit to the Pituffik Space Base on Friday, Vance told US troops that Denmark has 'underinvested' in Greenland's security and demanded that Copenhagen change its approach. READ MORE : http://www.euronews.com/2025/03/29/denmark-slams-trump-administration-day-after-jd-vance-underinvestment-claims Subscribe to our channel. Euronews is available on Dailymotion in 12 languages

Credit: euronews (in English)    Duration: 01:00Published

Related videos from verified sources

Donald Trump Makes Chilling Revelation In US Plane Crash| ‘Black Hawk Was Flying Too High’ [Video]

Donald Trump Makes Chilling Revelation In US Plane Crash| ‘Black Hawk Was Flying Too High’

In a shocking revelation, former President Donald Trump has claimed that the Black Hawk helicopter involved in the deadly mid-air crash near Washington, D.C., was "flying too high." Trump criticized..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 03:02Published
Jai Shree Krishna: Trump's Indian-origin FBI Director Kash Pate's Greetings To Parents Goes Viral [Video]

Jai Shree Krishna: Trump's Indian-origin FBI Director Kash Pate's Greetings To Parents Goes Viral

Kash Patel, President Donald Trump’s nominee for FBI Director, greeted his Indian Hindu parents with “Jai Shri Krishna” during his confirmation hearing. A former Department of Defense Chief of..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 03:58Published
Washington Crash: Donald Trump blames Biden, Obama For Crash; Black Box Recovered [Video]

Washington Crash: Donald Trump blames Biden, Obama For Crash; Black Box Recovered

A tragic mid-air collision near Washington, D.C., between American Eagle Flight 5342 and a U.S. Army Black Hawk left 64 dead. President Trump, in a White House briefing, blamed DEI hiring policies for..

Credit: Oneindia     Duration: 35:23Published

Related news from verified sources

Watch: Videos of Trump and Melania dancing to 'YMCA' at New Year's bash go viral

Donald and Melania Trump celebrated New Year’s Eve at Mar-a-Lago with son Donald Trump Jr. sharing a lively Instagram video. The event featured music, with...
IndiaTimes

​In pics: US President-elect Trump watches fireworks with Melania before inauguration

Donald Trump kicked off his second presidential inauguration celebrations with a grand fireworks display at Trump National Golf Club in Virginia. Joined by...
IndiaTimes

Donald Trump inauguration: Jaishankar carries PM Modi’s letter for Trump ahead of swearing-in ceremony

External affairs minister S Jaishankar is carrying a personal letter from PM Modi for US President-elect Donald Trump. Jaishankar will attend Trump's...
IndiaTimes