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Greenland-Denmark Leaders Clash with Trump on Acquisition Plans

1/18/2026

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Leaders from Greenland and Denmark address differences with the United States administration over President Donald Trump's proposal to acquire Greenland, citing national security concerns.
Trump argues that without action, Russia and China will.
Senator Angus King opposes the idea.
The BBC has faced over 1,000 complaints about perceived bias after using the term "acquire" in relation to Greenland.

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Story summary

Leaders from Greenland and Denmark address differences with the United States administration over President Donald Trump's proposal to acquire Greenland, citing national security concerns.
Trump argues that without action, Russia and China will.
Senator Angus King opposes the idea.
The BBC has faced over 1,000 complaints about perceived bias after using the term "acquire" in relation to Greenland.