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Trump's Greenland Acquisition Talks Spark Controversy Ahead of Meeting

1/14/2026

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On January 12, 2026, flags of Denmark and Greenland were displayed outside Hotel Soma in Ilulissat, Greenland.
European stocks are anticipated to open mixed as investors await a meeting between U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and officials from Greenland and Denmark.
The discussions will focus on President Donald Trump's interest in "acquiring" Greenland, despite Denmark and Greenland's firm position that the territory is not for sale.
Trump has suggested using military force to seize the mineral-rich island.

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On January 12, 2026, flags of Denmark and Greenland were displayed outside Hotel Soma in Ilulissat, Greenland.
European stocks are anticipated to open mixed as investors await a meeting between U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and officials from Greenland and Denmark.
The discussions will focus on President Donald Trump's interest in "acquiring" Greenland, despite Denmark and Greenland's firm position that the territory is not for sale.
Trump has suggested using military force to seize the mineral-rich island.